pointing (up)

present participle of point (up)

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Verb
  • However, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy on Thursday warned that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz would only be permitted via routes designated by Tehran, highlighting that risks to the key shipping lane remain.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 25 June 2026
  • The show includes photos, cultural projects, personal stories and more, highlighting the establishment and development of the Hmong community in Minnesota.
    Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Book warned that these conditions pose significant dangers for those living on the streets, emphasizing that even when temperatures dip slightly below 110 degrees, the heat remains hazardous for those suffering from dehydration.
    Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 18 June 2026
  • Amazon aims to bridge immediate post-disaster gaps, emphasizing proactive community engagement and coordination, while acknowledging that portable tech supports, but doesn't replace, long-term resilience investments.
    Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • After number of recent rescues from the Long Island Sound, officials are stressing the importance of water safety as Connecticut seeks to hire additional lifeguards to staff popular swimming spots.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2026
  • Its 50-megapixel camera handles everyday snaps well, the battery lasts all day without begging for a charger, and the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage are enough to get started without stressing.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • The memorial’s wall featuring the 98 names will be completed first, and the canopy feature will be completed and funded at a later date, Diaz said.
    Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026
  • There will be a three-day retrospective of Rajamouli’s work at the French Cinematheque from June 26 to 26, featuring a masterclass with the director on June 27.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2026
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“Pointing (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointing%20%28up%29. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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