come to the point

VERB

specify

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cite define determine enumerate establish fix indicate lay out limit mention point out spell out stipulate

STRONG

blueprint condition detail finger individualize instance inventory itemize list make name particularize peg set settle slot specialize tag

WEAK

be specific button down draw a picture get down to brass tacks get to the point go into detail pin down precise put down put finger on show clearly specificate specificize tab tick off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

confuse destroy neglect unsettle

STRONG

discourage dissuade halt ignore

WEAK

generalize

Example Sentences

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"People were coming up with very exotic solutions to these puzzles, and now we've come to the point where we can resolve all of them," Kara says.

From Science Daily • Jan. 29, 2024

"I think it's come to the point where we have to sort this out," says Vince, a former parish councillor and Conservative supporter.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2023

Have you actually come to the point where you think you’re defined by your desires?

From Washington Times • Jun. 11, 2023

We’ve come to the point in our society where we’ve moved away from love so far that we don’t even know who we are.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2022

“In my country,” he said, “we come to the point quickly. Mr. Poirot, I want you to take on a job for me.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie

come to the point

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