POINTS (OUT) Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

points (out)

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present tense third-person singular of point (out)

as in hints (at)

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The quick reunion indicates the Cubs still believe the 31-year-old can contribute to their playoff push, leveraging his past major league success and defensive versatility.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
In his view, this indicates that the US is likely to continue backing the acting president—at least for now—while prioritizing Venezuela’s stability and safeguarding its economic and oil interests.

— Mauricio Torres, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

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Most of the peril comes with dangerous ship-wrecking moments, including one that implies the death of Moana's relative, while our heroine herself almost drowns on her first voyage from land.

— Brian Truitt, USA Today, 9 July 2026
Consolidation will be slower and messier than the spending figure implies.

— Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

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His death signifies the loss of a key figure who bridged generations of one of baseball's most recognizable families, impacting the sport well beyond the major leagues.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Other notable sites include Dead Horse Gulch, a name that signifies the challenges faced by Gold Rush travelers, and Bridal Veil Falls, featuring a 300-foot-high waterfall.

— Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

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