PINPOINTS Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of pinpoint

as in identifies

to find out or establish the identity of pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone

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as in aims

to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal publishers like to be able to pinpoint publicity efforts where they will have the most effect

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pinpoints

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noun

plural of pinpoint

as in tips

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Recent Examples of pinpoints

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The list pinpoints historic buildings and structures that are at risk of demolition from long-term vacancy, maintenance concerns, pressures from developments or lack of protection for preservation, according to a news release. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026 Hotlist Hotspot Insights — this tool pinpoints high-frequency license plate reader hotlist hits. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 The paper also pinpoints a few technical challenges Debug will face. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 4 June 2026 This tool pinpoints the ancient latitude of any modern location, tracing its journey back to the peak of the supercontinent Pangaea. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026 The city’s ShotSpotter system is a network of sound-detection sensors that pinpoints the location of gunshots and sends alerts to police. — Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026 Smith correctly pinpoints the inception of consumer-grade technology and the rise of punk rock in New York as reasons for public access’ cult-like success. — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026 Martin pinpoints a crucial scene just over halfway through the season. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025

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Verb

The Draghi report on European competitiveness identifies productivity as the primary cause.

— Stephen Messer, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
The directory identifies each group's mission, ideology, organizational role and documented protest activity, distinguishing direct organizers and participants from supporters and amplifiers.

— Asra Q. Nomani, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of identifies

Verb

By increasing its manufacturing capacity, the company aims to strengthen its ability to deliver advanced systems to customers.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
The florist, which aims to open in late November, will specialize in seasonal floral arrangements and specialty bouquets.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of aims

Noun

Here’s a quick primer on the leading agents and tips for how to start.

— Marty Swant, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Police officials credited community cooperation for accelerating the case, citing a substantial influx of tips and public digital evidence submitted in the hours following the gunfire.

— Eric Mack, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of tips

Verb

Going deeper Deloitte’s CFO Signals article finds that many organizations manage AI spending reactively rather than proactively and rely on basic or general controls.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026
Whoever finds my key shall travel far, said Nana, though people whispered that the road to her house had no end.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of finds

Verb

In that sense, New Stanford replicates an ancient form of patriarchal bias that casts men as the norm and women as an atypical other.

— Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
The flagship open-air restaurant HaSalon is helmed by Israeli chef Eyal Shani, whose modern Middle Eastern cooking casts plants as the stars of the show.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of casts

Noun

Angel Reese finished with seven points, 15 rebounds and five assists — a big difference from her two standout performances in the first two games of the series at Chase Center.

— Janie McCauley, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
For the Wizards, nobody played better than power forward Anthony Davis, who notched a double-double with 10 rebounds and 29 points.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of points

Noun

The actors interacted with clay during the presentation, building large feet, hands and noses before turning the stage over to athletes who wore the brand and gyrated around the space and performed gymnastics-style moves on a rack.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Colds and allergies have similar symptoms like sneezing, runny noses and watery eyes, which is why they can both be treated by a histamine-blocking medication that can help dry up your sinuses.

— Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of noses

Noun

In conference rooms and attempts at collective action alike, these two opposite ends of the supply chain often have different agendas and different ideas of success, and many speak different languages — literally and figuratively.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
The rapper’s hair was teased and texturized around her face and curled at the ends.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

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