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
La Familia’s Darryl Morsell had 10 points and six rebounds while Chris Coffee had nine points and eight rebounds. Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 The Storm’s home-court woes continued Tuesday night as the Fever earned a 103-95 road win behind Caitlin Clark’s team-high 32 points. Chantz Martin Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 Boo birds rained down at various points, and the stands started to thin out in the later innings. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 The Seminoles’ 845 points broke the GHSA single-season record. Jack Leo, AJC.com, 29 July 2026 Entry points are created via open protocols for uplinks and downlinks as well as long-range telemetry. Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The Dow sank by 1,153 points and the 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest level since 2007 as investors worried the Fed was not acting quickly enough to bring down stubborn inflation. Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 29 July 2026 The group also wants to add more reefs to other public access points in the next grant cycle. Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026 His speed and athleticism, especially for a guy of his size, are two points that were repeated at media day. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for points
Noun
  • After forming an alliance with Pogačar — who put on a show even through the typically ceremonial last stage — an exhausted van der Poel faced an onslaught in the final moments but hung on by a thread.
    Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 27 July 2026
  • Attitude Control Motors provide precise steering during the final moments before impact.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026
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  • Veterinary experts share tips on how to care for the items that come into contact with our furry companions to promote good health and stave off odors.
    Jolie Kerr, Washington Post, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Nanos said on Saturday the investigation remains active as labs across the country continue to analyze DNA, videos and photos, while investigators look into the thousands of tips that continue to come in.
    Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 1 Aug. 2026
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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
  • 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
  • Keep sentimental items, practical basics, and timeless staples like well-fitting jeans, blazers, and versatile shoes.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Ketter specifically points to simple items like hand soap and cotton pads as products that are not worth paying more for a brand name or logo.
    Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
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  • Closing this gap, aligning one’s internal world with external facts, begins with awareness.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Zirin’s lively biography of this activist should remind everyone that history isn’t just about facts and figures but also context and compassion.
    Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
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  • Kathryn and Brandon Mulcahy—owners of Keystone Kitchens in Maryville, Tennessee—have seen an uptick in clusters of four shapes, ranging from dots to small crosses.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
  • But instead of leaning into Minnie Mouse territory, this A-line midiskirt looks more sophisticated and grown-up with its small dots, satiny finish, and lightly ruffled hemline.
    Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 July 2026
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  • 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
  • Key sections include the northern Kullaleden and Bjäre peninsulas and the coastal Österlen Way in the east — a quieter alternative to the more popular Stockholm Archipelago routes.
    Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
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  • Faena staff in luxurious red capes circled around them, serving light bites and cold martinis.
    Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026
  • Thousands of fans — treated with Doctor Doom masks and capes — waited nearly days to get a glimpse of Feige’s grand plan for the next era of the MCU.
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 26 July 2026

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