point
noun
a sharp or tapering end, as of a dagger.
have pointed
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present perfectof point.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But observers have pointed to the absence of some big names, with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham the only leader from a G7 country scheduled to address the summit.
From Barron's ● Nov. 11, 2026
The Dodgers have pointed to their farm system, ranked No. 1 by MLB Pipeline as of mid-August, as a reason for optimism.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
Sellers who have contacted the BBC's Your Voice have pointed to the difficulties created by lots of homes on the market, and extra problems for those selling leasehold properties in England.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
Despite the decline, recent indicators have pointed to strength ahead for the sector.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
That wasn’t an answer, and whereas Lyra would have pointed that out and asked for more information, she didn’t think Lizzie Brooks would; so she assented dumbly in the dressing and said no more.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
