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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“I think you get to the point where the economy’s ability to withstand that goes in a different direction,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 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

“But to get to the point where you could actually absorb a meaningful shock to Taiwan without severe global shortages, you’re looking at midcentury or later.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 18, 2026

As we get to the point where we start splitting up, my teammates reappear as tiny dots on a small map in my view.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

get to the point

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