1
as in identifies
to find out or establish the identity of
pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone
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2
as in aims
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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Verb
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The report identifies YouTube (excluding China), Meta, TikTok operator ByteDance and Chinese platforms as key drivers in the UGC/social segment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2025 -
This ensures clear communication, identifies potential blockers and aligns teams on deliverables.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Mocha mousse tips, combined with a sheer or nude base, are the definition of minimalism with a modern twist.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
26 Dec. 2024
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Mocha mousse tips, combined with a sheer or nude base, are the definition of minimalism with a modern twist.—
Sofía Esquivel,
Glamour,
26 Dec. 2024
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The decision, paired with general manager Chris Drury’s open-for-business memo that mentioned Kreider by name, casts doubt over the 33-year-old’s future with the organization.—
Peter Baugh,
The Athletic,
28 Dec. 2024
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But his return nonetheless casts a pall on global climate efforts.—
Justin Worland,
TIME,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Pinpoints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpoints. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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