points (out)

verb

Definition of points (out)next
present tense third-person singular of point (out)
as in hints (at)

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  1. indicates
  2. suggests
  3. implies
  4. signifies
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  • Interestingly, some research indicates that cannabis may offer temporary respiratory relief.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The data through September 2024 indicates a slight drop, suggesting some improvement, though crime levels remain elevated compared to early-decade figures.
    Jovi Dai, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of indicates
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  • The report suggests the unit was reassigned to fend off Ukraine’s invasion of the Russian border regions and may be replaced with less capable Russian servicemen.
    Saskya Vandoorne, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Recent research suggests 34% of the S&P 500's gain from 1940 to 2023 was attributable to dividends.
    GuruFocus, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of suggests
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  • Thus far though, the net effect of recent data implies an economy continuing on target for a soft landing.
    JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Meanwhile, Citi has a buy rating on the stock, and its price target of $50 implies nearly 45% upside from Wednesday’s close.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of implies
Verb
  • The banshee, a spirit of Scottish and Irish origin, signifies death.
    Noel Burgess, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
  • The archway, sometimes created with a variety of materials — such as flowers, sugar cane or corn — signifies a doorway for souls to find their way to us.
    Paola Briseño-Gonzalez, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of signifies
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“Points (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/points%20%28out%29. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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