This is lesson 19 from Idiom Part 4. Each idiom is followed by its definition and examples. After you learn them, you can use them in your daily conversation.
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English Idiom Part 4- Lesson 19- Idioms Using “Point”
1. The point is = Used to highlight the main or most important idea.
The point is, we need to act now before the problem gets worse.
2. Make the point of = To emphasize something intentionally.
She always makes a point of thanking everyone after meetings.
3. Point the finger at = To blame someone for something.
Instead of taking responsibility, he pointed the finger at his assistant.
4. Point taken = Used to acknowledge someone else’s argument or comment.
“Point taken I’ll be more careful next time,” she said.
5. Strong point = An area where someone excels.
Writing is definitely his strong point.
6. Whole point = The main or entire purpose of something.
The whole point of the exercise is to improve teamwork.
7. Turning point = A time when a significant change occurs.
The win marked a turning point in the team’s season.
8. Talking point = Something that people are discussing.
Her dramatic outfit was the talking point of the evening.
9. High point = The best or most enjoyable part of something.
The concert was the high point of our vacation.
10. Vantage point = A place or position with a good view or perspective.
From our vantage point on the hill, we could see the entire parade.
11. Up to a point = Partially or to a limited extent.
I agree with your idea up to a point, but I think we need more data.
12. Get to the point = To say the most important thing without unnecessary details.
We’re short on time please get to the point.
13. I cannot see the point = Unable to understand the purpose or value of something.
I can’t see the point of arguing over something so minor.
14. See the point = To understand the reason or purpose behind something.
I now see the point of those early morning drills.
15. At breaking point = Reached the limit of one’s endurance or tolerance.
After weeks of stress, she was at breaking point.
16. Point the finger at sb/sth = To assign blame to someone or something.
Everyone started to point the finger at the new manager when sales dropped.
17. Get straight to the point = To immediately say what’s important.
Let me get straight to the point you’re hired.
18 Score points = To gain approval or favor, often in a clever or strategic way.
He was trying to score points with the boss by working late.
19. Case in point = An example that proves or supports what is being discussed.
She’s very reliable. Case in point: she’s never missed a deadline.
20. Refused point blank = To reject something directly and without any doubt.
He refused point blank to apologize for his behavior.
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