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point sth out

phr. v..
B1 Intermediate Oxford

phr. v.. to tell someone a fact or show them something so they notice it.

phr. v.. to draw attention to a specific fact, detail, or physical object, often to clarify a situation or correct an oversight.


SIMPLE

I must point out that the train is late.

CONTEXTUAL

During the meeting, she pointed out several errors in the budget report that everyone else had missed.

COMPLEX

The architect was quick to point out that the structural integrity of the building depended entirely on the reinforced steel beams.

Particles
out
Separability
optional
Pattern
point + object + out
Usage

can be followed by a noun object or a 'that' clause.

Teaching tip

contrast with 'show' (more visual) and 'mention' (more general); 'point out' implies the information was already there but needed highlighting.

Pitfall

He pointed out me the mistake.He pointed the mistake out to me.if you include the person being told, you must use the preposition 'to' after the object.

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