points 1 of 2

plural of point
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as in tips
the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow be careful with the point on that umbrella, or you could hurt someone

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as in verges
an interval of time just before the onset of something was at the point of accepting the new job when he realized he didn't want to leave his old one

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as in dots
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part the little points of gold in the blue ceiling are supposed to represent stars

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as in peninsulas
an area of high ground jutting out into a body of water beyond the line of the coast the racing yacht rounded the point far ahead of its closest rival

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as in capes
an area of land that juts out into a body of water Point Reyes, California

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as in stages
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking at this point in your life, you should already be saving for retirement

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as in locations
the area or space occupied by or intended for something runners began lining up by the starting point

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points

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verb

present tense third-person singular of point

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Recent Examples of points
Noun
Veronica Burton had 14 points and seven assists for the cold-shooting Valkyries (25-10), who have yet to beat Minnesota in seven meetings. ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026 Moody was elected at Florida's attorney general twice, defeating her Democratic challenger in 2022 by more than 20 points. Sergio Candido, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 Earlier polling showed Donalds beating Jolly by 5 points, according to the RealClearPolitics average of two polls that surveyed voters on a hypothetical matchup between the two front-runners. Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 19 Aug. 2026 That changed in mid-December after the defense allowed 48 points in Jacksonville. Jonathan Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 Mabrey wasn’t far behind with 22 points in the Tempo’s loss to the Fever. Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 Continue reading here Sparks lose to the Sun Olivia Nelson-Ododa scored 18 points and Kennedy Burke had 17 to lead the Connecticut Sun to an 85-77 win over the Sparks at TD Garden on Tuesday night. Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026 Orlando finishes Phase One with five points, falling short of advancing in one of the top four spots. Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026 Scottie Scheffler enters the playoffs as the FedEx Cup points leader, nearly 800 points ahead of second-place Matt Fitzpatrick. Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for points
Noun
  • Plaques commemorate great Yankee moments, as does the iconic facade that was stationed above the original entrance.
    Sam Blum, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Ewing cut down another from left field moments later, and the New York Mets held on for a 2-1 victory Monday night.
    CBS New York Team, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
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  • Read More TopicsVenice Film Festival Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.
    Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Aura designs, colorful gems, metallic accents, and creative French tips can make just as much of a statement on shorter lengths.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 21 Aug. 2026
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  • The bar’s aesthetic verges on Brutalist, with walls made of concrete blocks, uniform round tables, and stone chairs affixed to the floor, but its offerings are a more conventional list of classic cocktails, including Spritzes and Negronis.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Still, sometimes the songs feel like they’re trapped in amber, with emotion muted and songwriting that verges on repetitive.
    Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
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  • Among the hundreds of items listed were also around three dozen types of plywood.
    Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • In total, the treasure trove, along with other musical items that are part of Music Memorabilia Live Auction, is expected to fetch a cool $4 million.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026
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  • Because Lindsay Clancy agreed to what’s called a stipulation of facts in the case, prosecutors don’t have to present all of their evidence in court.
    Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Others remained in the courtroom to face the grim facts of what happened to his body.
    CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
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  • Smith is a high-end passer who finds a lot of O-zone seams and is also able to finish chances from the dots.
    Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Start with three small dots of concealer, starting at the inner corner of your eyes and following the curve of your dark circles.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 15 Aug. 2026
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  • The bridge stretches for 5 miles, traversing the Straits of Mackinac to link Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas.
    Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The island is already home to Discovery Land Company’s Barbuda Ocean Club, which encompasses 900 acres across the western and southern peninsulas of Coco Point and Palmetto Point.
    Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
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  • But these capes are actually flexible antennae that will allow the craft to peer beneath the Red Planet's surface in search of water ice.
    Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Faena staff in luxurious red capes circled around them, serving light bites and cold martinis.
    Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026

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