point
noun
a sharp or tapering end, as of a dagger.
is pointing
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present progressiveof point (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The trading week is pointing to a positive start as tensions appear to be cooling a bit between the U.S. and Iran.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
A video shared on social media appeared to show a seated Wakefield East Reform councillor Wayne Beddoes having a conversation with a person, who is pointing at him.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
The final revision of first-quarter gross domestic product, due on June 25, is expected to come in at 1.6%, while the Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow tool is pointing to growth hitting 3% during the second quarter.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
“That’s the sort of control the president is pointing to when he says that,” Rubio told CBS News.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2026
Willa is pointing us to a specific date, Jakob.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
