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as in moments
a particular and often important moment in time
it was at that point that I had to stop and check on the experiment
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as in items
a separate part in a list, account, or series
went down the list point by point
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as in facts
a single piece of information
two points that are important to remember
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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 features
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
impeccable politeness has always been her strong point
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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
what we're doing does have a point—doesn't it?
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as in hearts
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
that clueless reviewer seems to have missed the whole point of the book
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Recent Examples of points
Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Clay Fuller, the Republican candidate, prevailed by 12 points.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
While Gilgeous-Alexander scored at least 20 points in his record 141st consecutive game despite sitting out the fourth quarter, Leonard scored at least 20 in his 56th straight game.
—CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Banchero made six of his first eight shots to reach 13 first-half points and added four rebounds and three assists before the break.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Clay Fuller, the Republican candidate, prevailed by 12 points.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
While Gilgeous-Alexander scored at least 20 points in his record 141st consecutive game despite sitting out the fourth quarter, Leonard scored at least 20 in his 56th straight game.
—CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for points
Noun
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Those moments are essential for the development of both players and one reason Shelton enjoys facing Jackson the most.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2026
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There were some touching moments as well.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As an expert in this field, King share that for midlife women, building strength comes down to three core tips.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
10 Apr. 2026
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Our experts provide valuable tips on how to consume flaxseeds, including home grinding techniques and storage solutions to keep them fresh.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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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These ideas are big and ripe for the picking, but James’ interest in delivering a full meal verges on overstuffed.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The landlord got rid of his king-sized bed, his Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Dolce and Gabbana items.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The menu will feature many of Wagyu Bar’s famous steaks, as well as a few items from its sister restaurant, The Wagyu House in Hallandale Beach.—
Connie Ogle
April 9,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But the facts of what happened that night remain murky.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2026
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This newsroom-wide project brings fast facts as stories unfold — making sure our local officials and institutions are telling the truth, serving our communities well and following through on their promises.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The notation was curiously quaint, dots and curly tails swimming along like so many tadpoles.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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For over a decade now, voters have connected the dots between rising costs and what is happening in Annapolis.—
Randy Altschuler,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Apr. 2026
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Formed in Basel, Switzerland, in 1974, Hesperion XXI derives its name from the Classical Greek word for the people of the Italian and Iberian peninsulas.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Mackinac Bridge between Michigan's peninsulas was closed to all traffic Thursday morning because of falling ice.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Personally, South Park with capes isn’t my favorite mode for this show.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2026
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Many are dressed as nazarenos, wearing tunics, capes or robes and a pointed hood.—
Alexis Marshall,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Points.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/points. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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