point toward

verb

pointed toward; pointing toward; points toward
Synonyms of point towardnext
: to show that something is true or probably true
Everything points toward a bright future for their company.
The results from these tests point toward a different conclusion.

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Throughout the afternoon, parents pointed toward competitors and explained that Black cowboys and cowgirls have long been part of the American West. — Kansas City Star, 2 Aug. 2026 The trend this summer, though, points toward young players looking for those medium-length deals — setting them up for potentially massive windfalls in their primes. — Max Bultman, New York Times, 30 July 2026 Three questions shape the choice, and each answer points toward a different technology—so getting them right early prevents expensive rework. — Kevin Mathrani, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Food and drink Avant Mar’s culinary offerings are world-class, and the central pool (a long, slinky watering hole that points toward the beach) splits the hotel’s two main restaurants. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for point toward

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“Point toward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20toward. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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