Phrasal Verb - Point at

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Definition

To direct or indicate the direction of something by extending the finger or a pointing device, usually to attract attention to something or to indicate a location. This phrasal verb can be used in both literal and figurative senses. In a literal sense, it means to use the hand or a pointing device to direct someone's attention to something. In a figurative sense, it means to imply or suggest without explicitly stating something.

Examples

No.	Example
1	She subtly pointed at her watch, indicating that it was time to leave.
2	The presenter gestured towards the map, pointing at the location of the conference.
3	She used her index finger to point at the name on the list.
4	The coach gently pointed at the player, telling him where to stand.
5	She pointed at the door, signaling to her friends that it was time to enter.
6	The teacher asked the student to point at the picture of the animal in the book.
7	The artist pointed at the blank canvas, sketching the rough outline of the painting.
8	The professor pointed at the diagram, explaining the concept of leverage to the students.
9	The detective asked the witness to point at the person they thought was responsible.
10	The mother pointed at the green apples in the fruit stand, saying they were a healthy choice.