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pointing north vs pointing to north

Both 'pointing north' and 'pointing to north' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Pointing north' is the more common and natural way to express the direction in which something is pointing. On the other hand, 'pointing to north' is less common and might be used when emphasizing the action of pointing toward the north as a destination or reference point.

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pointing north

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe the direction in which something is pointing towards the north.

Examples:

The compass needle is pointing north.
She was pointing north when she explained the route.
The signpost is pointing north.
The arrow on the map is pointing north.
The wind is coming from the north, so the flag is pointing north.

Show examples from the web [+]

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The best position for sleeping is with the top of your head pointing to the south and feet pointing north - Brings health, industriousness and increased longevity.
Apr 6, 2014 ... The best position for sleeping is with the top of your head pointing to the south and feet pointing north - Brings health, industriousness and ...
Apr 2, 2013 ... Sadhguru looks at why Indians traditionally never slept with their heads pointing north, and explores a few other things that can help us sleep ...

Alternatives:

facing north
directed northward
oriented north
aimed north
headed north

pointing to north

This phrase is correct but less common in English.

This phrase might be used when emphasizing the action of pointing toward the north as a destination or reference point.

Examples:

The sign is pointing to north as the direction to follow.
The compass is pointing to north, indicating the correct path.
She was pointing to north on the map to show the location.
The arrow is pointing to north on the compass.
The guide pointed to north as the next stop on the journey.

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Jan 9, 2015 ... Further Evidence Pointing to North Korea as Sony Hacker. The FBI has provided more evidence: Speaking at a Fordham Law School ...
Illustration - Compass needle pointing to north direction, image suitable for business consulting concept 3D render illustration ...
Jan 7, 2015 ... Sony Hack: FBI Director Speaks About Evidence Pointing to North Korea. By Aaron Katersky. Close. Follow on Twitter · More from Aaron.

Alternatives:

pointing in the direction of north
pointing toward the north
pointing at the north
indicating north
showing the way to the north

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