Meaning of on point | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Excellent; bold; performing well.
   colloquial
2. Having a direct application to the case or topic under consideration; apposite, relevant.
   US
3. On the tips of the toes; en pointe.
4. Having taken point; responsible for leading an operation; more generally, deployed and alert.

Examples

“The last time Madonna was indisputably on point, she had hooked up with French producer Mirwais for Music (2000) and the sensuous possibilities of club culture.”

“We have no decisions in our state directly on point. With us the problem is one of first impression. None of the cases cited is on point.”

“His historical discussions always appear on point, well researched, and indicate a great deal of care.”

“Eitingon raised Jung's idea of substituting a new complex; Freud did not answer on point, but talked at length about transference.”

“The second question of the night was about the shortage of flu vaccine. Bush gave a fine answer, on point.”

“Halo interrupted, “We are all dialed in. Music begins in five minutes. Security is on point. Light show is programmed. Do this for me: roll up the road and grab us some smokes at the convenience store across the street. Here's some cash.””

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