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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Ford Motor F -1.10%decrease; red down pointing triangle outlined a broad product-and-technology strategy for Europe that aims to renew its commitment to the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

While military violence might have subsided, the Strait remains effectively closed and Uleer is not alone among strategists in pointing out the longer it stays this way, the greater the risks to equity markets.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Ian Faria, a lawyer in Texas who represents home builders, said that in new communities, plaintiff attorneys often go door-to-door, pointing out potential problems in homes and encouraging owners to consider litigation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The 34-year-old responded by kissing and pointing to the badge on his shirt.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

I asked, pointing to the tapestries and yarns.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff