Pronunciation: /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪntɪŋ/
noun the act of locating or identifying something precisely
A1 Pinpointing the exact location of the treasure was a challenge for the pirates.
A2 The detective was skilled at pinpointing the culprit in every case.
B1 Pinpointing the source of the leak in the roof required careful examination.
B2 The scientist's research focused on pinpointing the cause of the disease outbreak.
C1 Pinpointing the key factors that led to the company's success was crucial for the business analysis.
C2 The expert was known for her talent in pinpointing the smallest details in a complex situation.
verb to locate or identify precisely
A1 I am pinpointing the location of the treasure on the map.
A2 She is pinpointing the cause of the problem in the system.
B1 The detective is pinpointing the suspect's whereabouts using CCTV footage.
B2 The scientist is pinpointing the exact genetic mutation responsible for the disease.
C1 The analyst is pinpointing the key trends in the market for the upcoming quarter.
C2 The researcher is pinpointing the specific gene sequences that are linked to cancer development.
formal Pinpointing the exact cause of the issue requires a thorough investigation.
informal We're still working on pinpointing where the problem started.
slang I'm having trouble pinpointing the glitch in the system.
figurative Her keen observation skills were like a compass, pinpointing the truth amidst the lies.
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