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point

[point] / pɔɪnt /








NOUN
scoring unit of sport competition
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The first point of Williams' return was served by Mboko and ended in her partner sending a volley out without the American hitting a shot.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Is that something you , at some point in your career, had to make a decision about how much of yourself you were going to give away?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The ex–MTV reality cast member will not be mayor, but his candidacy will mark a turning point in Los Angeles and California politics.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

To combat this, the U.S. should exploit a choke point one level deeper.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m sorry. I need to use a restroom. Can you point me in that direction?”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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