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as in tips
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself
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Recent Examples of pointers
Mobley had six of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, both on 3-pointers.
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Evan Mobley had his best game of the series for the Cavs, scoring 23 points and hitting three massive 3-pointers in the second half.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
He’s made at least two 3-pointers in all five games.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
The third-year pro knocked down four 3-pointers and shot 7 for 12 overall from the field while adding five rebounds and three assists in 39 minutes.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Knueppel, who was a one-and-done at Duke just like Flagg but turned 20 before his NBA career started, became the first rookie to lead the league in 3-pointers with 273.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
The Spurs might be tighter in a closeout game, leading to more missed 3-pointers.
—Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Last season, the Cowgirls attempted the fourth-most 3-pointers per game at 26 (the Cyclones attempted 23).
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
So there's been a couple of pointers in climate models or in previous studies that have indicated that the system of currents might be weakening.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Evan Mobley had his best game of the series for the Cavs, scoring 23 points and hitting three massive 3-pointers in the second half.
—Sahil Kapur, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
He’s made at least two 3-pointers in all five games.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
The third-year pro knocked down four 3-pointers and shot 7 for 12 overall from the field while adding five rebounds and three assists in 39 minutes.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Knueppel, who was a one-and-done at Duke just like Flagg but turned 20 before his NBA career started, became the first rookie to lead the league in 3-pointers with 273.
—Schuyler Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
The Spurs might be tighter in a closeout game, leading to more missed 3-pointers.
—Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Last season, the Cowgirls attempted the fourth-most 3-pointers per game at 26 (the Cyclones attempted 23).
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
So there's been a couple of pointers in climate models or in previous studies that have indicated that the system of currents might be weakening.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointers
Noun
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Runser referenced indicators in manufacturing showing the sector is expanding, which is supportive of future freight demand.—
Dylan Sherman,
Arkansas Online,
28 Apr. 2026
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Still, your age can offer a few indicators about what your skin needs, which, for many people in their late 30s and beyond, is moisture and a light touch.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There’s a bit of bad dream and doubt, and a bit of songwriting tips and tricks.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2026
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That’s a result of language in the GOP law that increased the standard deduction, added a $6,000 rebate for qualifying seniors, boosted the child tax deduction, and set new rules for deducting tips, overtime, and car loan payments.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Roise said to help protect against damage from wildfires, residents should clear any potential fuel like bushes, pine needles or propane tanks away from their homes.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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This Japanese type of juniper shrub forms a dense mat of prickly blue-green needles that turn slightly purplish in winter.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Apr. 2026
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While written on the advice of the British government, much of the language and tone come from Charles himself, the source added.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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On the spot, Mary Kay began applying the advice in her notes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In stock markets abroad, indexes rose in Europe following a weaker finish in Asia.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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From the in-flight data, the team computed apparent ice emission indices (ice crystals/kg) and nvPM EI for both fuels.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Pointers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointers. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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