pointedly

Example Sentences

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She pointedly reminded angry commentators that Homer’s epic is fiction.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

And Wall Street has pointedly refused to be flustered by the conflict in recent weeks, particularly after excitement over robust corporate earnings.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

“Virtually every pope in the past century has voiced this theme pointedly, vociferously and continuously,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

"May there be greater room for freedom and may the dignity of the human person always be safeguarded," the Pope said pointedly.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Guests entered the Retiring Room at the Master’s invitation only, and Lord Asriel knew that; but the Butler also saw Lord Asriel looking pointedly at the bulge in his pocket, and decided not to protest.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman