pointing

[poin-ting] / ˈpɔɪn tɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

indicating

Synonyms

STRONG

declaring denoting designating disclosing displaying evidencing evincing guiding manifesting marking placing revealing showing signifying specifying spotting steering

ADJECTIVE

directed

Synonyms

STRONG

facing fronting looking turned

WEAK

stretched toward

Example Sentences

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"We know pointing to this work will not bring a child back, but we're committed to getting this right," an OpenAI spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

This year will “almost certainly” set a record for IPO proceeds, the firm recently told MarketWatch, pointing to the prospect of IPOs from SpaceX and OpenAI.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Curtis agreed, pointing to the climate emergency indicated by the most recent dry season.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

When the cells were removed, pigeons struggled to find their way home, pointing to a previously unknown role in navigation.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

With her small ears pointing straight up, she looked at me and nickered.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls