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pointedly

[poin-tid-lee] / ˈpɔɪn tɪd li /


ADVERB
sharply
Synonyms




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It would be nice to know more, but as Crowther pointedly observes multiple times, journalists never thought to ask her about her reading.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

She pointedly reminded angry commentators that Homer’s epic is fiction.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

But this time, they pointedly clenched their fists into tight balls to avoid touching one another.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

And Wall Street has pointedly refused to be flustered by the conflict in recent weeks, particularly after excitement over robust corporate earnings.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

With these words, Capricorn looked pointedly at Basta.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke




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