point (up)

verb

Definition of point (up)next
as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for point (up)
  1. highlight
  2. emphasize
  3. stress
  4. feature
Verb
  • What to Know Speaking on Tuesday's episode of Cafe Insider, Bharara highlighted that Merchan's decision to schedule the January 10 sentencing followed Trump's own request to delay proceedings until after November's election.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
  • In whiskey-making, the nuances of blue corn are especially highlighted when paired with careful fermentation and aging, as the grain's unique properties evolve beautifully in the barrel, adding layers of depth and sophistication to the final spirit.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of highlight
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  • In his press conference after the meeting, Fed chairman Jay Powell emphasized that since September, data on both inflation and the growth of the economy have come in somewhat stronger than expected, indicating that less monetary ...
    Steven B. Kamin, National Review, 2 Jan. 2025
  • In later years, Buzzati tended to emphasize the novel’s origins in his boring job on the night desk.
    Christopher Tayler, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of emphasize
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  • Observers have largely brushed aside the idea that the U.S. could realistically acquire Greenland; Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stressed that Greenland is not for sale as the acquisition conversation continued to flow from the president-elect.
    Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
  • According to The Los Angeles Times, officials stressed that there is no immediate danger to the Westwood campus but urged students to remain vigilant.
    Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of stress
Verb
  • The photo shared from the vice president’s official social media accounts on Saturday featured the three Democrats the most prominently.
    Neil Vigdor, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2025
  • The nose features fresh tropical fruits, creamy vanilla, and subtle coconut aromas.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of feature
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Thesaurus Entries Near point (up)

point (toward)

point (up)

pointy

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“Point (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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