pointer
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In a later experiment, clinicians and nonclinicians more accurately identified a redesigned pointer with additional musical and acoustic cues 90% of the time, compared with 80% accuracy for an earlier version, without slower response times.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
“Cute” isn’t the typical word associated with TSA personnel, but this German shorthaired pointer is an exception.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
The balls of both feet and the ends of both pointer toes had been mashed into misshapen blisters.
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
Bilodeau, who scored only four points in the first 20 minutes, hit a three pointer 10 seconds into the second half and added another to tie the score at 38.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2026
Then she wiped her upper lip with her pointer finger.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
The feedback started with praise before offering pointers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
They show them the Moon's craters, Saturn's rings, Vega - the brightest star in the night sky - and other planets, using laser pointers to trace constellations and objects visible to the naked eye.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Service technicians say if you’re going to consult a chatbot, keep these pointers in mind:
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
Some extra pointers on rate locks may help buyers decide if the move is right for them.
From MarketWatch ● May 7, 2026
“And I’ll give you a few pointers, if you’d like.”
From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea
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