point
noun
a sharp or tapering end, as of a dagger.
Example Sentences
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And his teammates did follow his lead, with Austin Reaves collecting 19 points and Walker Kessler producing a double-double with 16 points on six-for-six shooting and 15 rebounds to go along with three blocks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
Forward Gabby Williams led a team of unheralded Valkyries players with 30 points, overcoming a Dream team energized by the offseason arrival of All-Star Angel Reese.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
They are still four points clear, but some other stats paint a grim picture for Celtic.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
But while “Everest: The Other Side” includes countless breathtaking sequences of Earth’s tallest mountain and plenty of nail-biting anxiety in the eventual summit push and ski attempt, those moments are merely the film’s selling points.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
No one makes as many good points in the allotted debate time as I can.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
