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ask pointed questions

VERB
cross-examine
Synonyms
WEAK
catechize check cross-question debrief examine give the third degree go over with a fine-tooth comb grill inquire interrogate investigate pump put on the hotseat put the screws to question quiz scrutinize sweat

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Some have called union leaders to ask pointed questions about the stalled talks.

From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2023

I was sure 1971 would be much better than 1970 because of this, and I've endeavored to ask pointed questions and question authority ever since.

From Salon • Dec. 29, 2022

Some students did ask pointed questions of Waggoner during Q&A, but these remarks were not vulgar or violent.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2022

In their discussion, the journalist expressed support for Osbourne and expressed that producers prodded both her and co-host Sheryl Underwood to ask pointed questions that could have led to a heated argument.

From Fox News • Aug. 31, 2021

John wished to know what had become of Antoine, but he did not dare ask pointed questions.

From The Hosts of the Air by Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander)