pointer
- noun
- /ˈpɔɪntər/
- Here are some helpful pointers to improve your presentation skills.
- provide pointers
- helpful pointers
- offer some pointers
I need pointers and tips to make me better.
- I need pointers and tips to make me better.
- So all of this hopefully gives you some pointers for how you can do precisely that.
- And I would love to get some pointers from a swim.
- And I just wished L'Oreal come on, get some pointers please.
Examples
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Would you mind giving me some pointers here?
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Just remember the other pointers I gave you.
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And those are a few pointers to start with.
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I can give you pointers if you want.
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- Any pointers on how to improve my style?
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But I'll just give you some quick pointers on the sales process.
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I could give you a few pointers.
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I showed it to Lee and she gave me some good pointers.
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I also share some pointers that might improve your working relationships with the account executives who visit you.
Academic text (2014) -
So all of this hopefully gives you some pointers for how you can do precisely that.
Synonyms
An opinion or suggestion about what someone should do
A small helpful piece of advice for doing something better
Help or advice that someone gives to decide what to do
A short helpful piece of advice from an expert
A short useful piece of advice often given online to help you do something better
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How Helpful
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Etymology
Pointer meaning a tip comes from point, since a good pointer 'points' you toward the right action or idea and so gives useful direction.