get 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 come to the point draw a picture get down to brass tacks 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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It might get to the point where you had to sell some of your stock holdings to generate cash.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

To get to the point where I am being surprised and challenged and blown away and moved to tears in scenes with Lukita is like the coolest thing in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"We need to get to the point where families don't get to this point," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

"They're not enriching right now, but they're trying to get to the point where they ultimately can," Rubio said Wednesday.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

That meant, get to the point before he got to the point for me.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds

get to the point

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