pointer

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Unlike a typical laser pointer that emits light, this device produces controlled vibrations.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

But it was Wales who reacted best, Rogers scooping up a Dan Edwards pass out of the backdoor to cross for a five pointer the outside-half also converted.

From Barron's • Nov. 22, 2025

As she scrabbled for a laser pointer in her large handbag, her coloratura was comically on point, though she was inaudible in her middle range during the cabaletta.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 1, 2025

Sophia could no longer move her whole hand, but she could still tap with her right pointer finger.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2025

If Miss Myrt had grabbed for that pointer and hung on to take it with her to the Schoolhouse in the Sky, I’d have passed right out on the spot.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck