pointers

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He's hitting 45 percent of his three-pointers, which isn't a surprise considering he's hit 211 of

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  1. noun One that directs, indicates, or points.
  2. noun A scale indicator on a watch, balance, or other measuring instrument.
  3. noun A long tapered stick for indicating objects, as on a chart or blackboard.
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  • Grant said with the exception of letting Princeton's Brock Schmidt hit some big 3-pointers, the Titans executed their defensive game plan. —  Daily Review Atlas Homepage RSS
  • But most (if not all) online directories are only pointers, that is, they point or only provide a link to the site the consumer is looking for, as opposed to letting the consumer see and purchase the desired product (s) or service (s) right there. —  Latest Headlines from Ecommerce Guide
  • Kastanek had six three-pointers, and as a team, Southeast sank 15 in an impressive win. —  JournalStar.com - News Articles
  • He's hitting 45 percent of his three-pointers, which isn't a surprise considering he's hit 211 of —  Kentucky.com: Homepage
  • USF totaled 14 3-pointers which is a tournament best —  BIG EAST Headline News
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