as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
the pinpoint measurement of brain tumors is critically important
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as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone
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as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
publishers like to be able to pinpoint publicity efforts where they will have the most effect
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Recent Examples of pinpoint
Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Terence McGinley, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
This type of arthritis is hard to pinpoint because of its common symptoms.
—Alice Oglethorpe, SELF, 6 Jan. 2025
John Hollinger, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
The targets were chosen in an effort to send a pinpoint message to Iran and to degrade its ability to fire ballistic missiles at Israel anytime soon.
—Louis Casiano, Fox News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Saturday’s maneuver required pinpoint hand-eye coordination, body control and a flourish of power.
—Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Verb
For me, writing for The Times is about being able to pinpoint trends that people may have seen around the edges and explain why these things are happening.
—Terence McGinley, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
This type of arthritis is hard to pinpoint because of its common symptoms.
—Alice Oglethorpe, SELF, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
Jokić also has a special ability to hit cutters who don’t even seem to be open, by dropping pinpoint passes over and around defenders, almost like an NFL quarterback throwing a corner fade route to a spot where only the receiver can get it.
—John Hollinger, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
The targets were chosen in an effort to send a pinpoint message to Iran and to degrade its ability to fire ballistic missiles at Israel anytime soon.
—Louis Casiano, Fox News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpoint
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While some might have considered the project too niche, Kyle’s intuition about the product’s appeal seems to have been accurate, with even the X Games getting a taste of the product earlier this year.Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
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Still, Republicans have said that even if that call was accurate, the C.I.A. failed in understanding other key events: how quickly the Afghan government could collapse, how Bashar al-Assad would flee Syria and how Hamas was preparing to attack Israel.Julian E. Barnes, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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Live updates: Winds prolong fire risk as investigators probe electric tower as possible origin of Eaton fire Two of the victims have been officially identified by the county agency.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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The driver was identified by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office as Thomas Jule Flores, 56, of Fairfield.Nicole Nixon, Sacramento Bee, 12 Jan. 2025
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The service is aimed at supporting brick-and-mortar boutiques in best serving their customers, thus expanding their ability to generate additional revenues through products that are not in their stock.Martino Carrera, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
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The company also announced new measures aimed at enhancing safety for users under 18.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
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Conversely, Notre Dame has those losses to TCU and Utah, but the Fighting Irish also earned great wins over USC, UConn and Texas, which makes my vote tip to Hidalgo.Chantel Jennings, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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The precise cash amount of this week’s arrangement has not been made public.Martin Rogers, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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The manufacturing process of the DMA range begins with taking precise silicone ear impressions of the customer’s ears.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The Packers offense got into a groove in the third quarter as running back Josh Jacobs found running room (121 total yards and a rushing touchdown) but injuries and penalties halted the momentum Green Bay was able to build.Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Interestingly, despite the Superbird’s racing pedigree, the car found little demand when the model was released, due to its over-the-top aesthetic.Howard Walker, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2025
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Every year between fall and spring, Southern Californians experience gusts of dry wind that can cause runny noses or watery eyes — and sometimes powerful enough to halt traffic or topple trees.Aria Bendix, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2025
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People with symptoms such as a fever, runny nose, sore throat or cough should consider getting tested early to help avoid spreading the illnesses and because treatments for the flu and COVID-19 are most effective when given early in an illness, Vohra said.Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
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These mathematical solutions are designed to be used to replace today’s public-key encryption.John Prisco, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Near her face is d/dx, the mathematical symbol for taking a derivative.Cal Newport, The New Yorker, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Pinpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpoint. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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