points (up)

verb

Definition of points (up)next
present tense third-person singular of point (up)
as in highlights
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them

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  1. emphasizes
  2. stresses
  3. features
Verb
  • Celebrity makeup artist Amrita Mehta emphasizes that the quality of mascaras boils down to compatibility rather than price.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Media coverage often emphasizes their charm or intelligence, which can inadvertently glamorize their heinous acts.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of emphasizes
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  • Lee stresses the importance of data, policy, and private investment.
    Geri Stengel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Rose also stresses the importance of preserving natural oils, recommending the occasional use of a clarifying shampoo to keep buildup in check.
    Erin Parker, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of stresses
Verb
  • This year’s calendar features AfroFuture’s first-ever major activation in the United States in August (at an unspecified date), underscoring CMG’s commitment to expanding its platform globally and amplifying African excellence worldwide.
    Heran Mamo, Billboard, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film also features Anil Kapoor.
    Sweta Kaushal, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of features
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Thesaurus Entries Near points (up)

points (toward)

points (up)

point (to)

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

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