1
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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2
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpoints
Verb
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While over half of the population identifies as introverts, most job interview techniques favor extroverts.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025 -
Shaw is a Republican who has advocated for conservative policies in the district, including one that would have informed parents if their child identifies as transgender.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Not having to go to a bank or ATM to get cash tips the scale in favor of cards.—
Rick Watkin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Implement these tips to build resilience, reduce stress, and secure a debt-free future.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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The ouster of nine veteran FBI leaders, including the heads of the Washington and New York field offices, removes respected leaders from their posts and casts doubt across the organization.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
TIME,
24 Mar. 2025
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And even now, that loss casts a pall over his personal achievements that year, his first of nine consecutive All-Star seasons, first of four Gold Glove awards, and becoming the first player ever to win both Rookie of the Year and MVP.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Pinpoints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpoints. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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