as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
the pinpoint measurement of brain tumors is critically important
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1
as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone
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as in to aim
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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Recent Examples of pinpoint
Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
His shot is pinpoint accurate around the home-plate area and even from tough angles.
—Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Here’s Why The GOP Is Divided Massage Balls Duo Travel Set
Designed for deep tissue relief, these massage balls help truckers target tight muscles and sore spots with pinpoint accuracy.
—Julie Loffredi, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Saturday’s maneuver required pinpoint hand-eye coordination, body control and a flourish of power.
—Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Verb
Keeping a bladder diary that tracks evening foods and drinks can help pinpoint hidden triggers.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
His shot is pinpoint accurate around the home-plate area and even from tough angles.
—Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Noun
Vandersloot wants to be the veteran who rewards Cardoso’s high seals with pinpoint over-the-top lobs and builds more efficient finishing opportunities for Reese at the rim.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Here’s Why The GOP Is Divided Massage Balls Duo Travel Set
Designed for deep tissue relief, these massage balls help truckers target tight muscles and sore spots with pinpoint accuracy.
—Julie Loffredi, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpoint
Adjective
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But the ability to navigate this uncertainty depends on high-quality, accurate data—particularly supplier master data—which is easier said than done.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Garland handed the character work of directing to Mendoza to honor the project’s one abiding rule: sticking without exception to an utterly accurate recounting.—
Fred Schruers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Those individuals have been identified as Andrew Madrid, 16, Jason Gomez, 18, and Dominick Estrada, 19.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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A number of different sites locally have been identified as potential alternatives to 12,056-capacity Kenilworth Road, their famously quirky home for 120 years.—
Tom Burrows,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Moments later, prosecutors said during a bench trial this week, the two men aimed their guns, then fired.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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For my youngest’s terrible handwriting, that meant aiming for legibility and saving the time that could have gone toward cursive lessons for activities that animate her, such as building boats and airplanes from the contents of the recycling bin.—
Gail Cornwall,
The Atlantic,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Here are a few tips to support your digestive health:23 Watch your diet: Avoid spicy, high-fat, and acidic foods.—
Elizabeth Barnes,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Story tips can be sent to [email protected] and on Twitter @asabes10.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The precise extent of the cancellations and the specific products affected remain unclear.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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May For almost a decade, Four Horsemen has sustained a ferocious following for its precise and creative small plates, airy interior, and interesting natural wines.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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But if Romano’s fastball remains lost, the Phillies will have to find another right-hander who can fill an end-game role.—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Garcia Aquino, who was arrested on the charge two days after Hernandez's body was found, faces six years in prison if convicted.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Bianca Roses had blood gushing out of her nose on Survivor 48 exit Eva accused you of being fake, and sometimes being fake is totally part of the game.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Then a girl with a Love Island accent and recent rhinoplasty sneaks a bump of coke in the pool … which makes her nose fall off!—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Vancouver was cruising toward near-certain mathematical elimination and trailing the Dallas Stars 3-0 to open the third period.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Building Effective Objective Functions Creating useful objective functions requires combining business expertise with mathematical rigor.—
Pieter Van Schalkwyk,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Pinpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpoint. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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