point someone in the right direction
point (one) in the right direction
1. Literally, to show one the correct route, often by actually pointing in the direction of the desired destination. A: "I think I'm close to Suite 200, but I haven't been able to find it. Can you point me in the right direction?" B: "Sure—walk straight that way and it will be on your left."
2. By extension, to give one advice or information that helps guide them toward a desired outcome or course of action. We're hopeful that our financial planning services can help point people in the right direction when they look to buy their first home. I was at a loss as to how to proceed with the project, but thankfully Janet was able to point me in the right direction.
See also: direction, point, right
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
point someone in the right direction
COMMON If you point someone in the right direction, you give them some information to help them achieve something. I hope what I say in this book will point sufferers of the disease in the right direction and will enable others to avoid getting it. We can point you in the right direction to get help.
See also: direction, point, right, someone
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
- close to the mark
- along the right lines
- be close to the mark
- be close to/near the mark
- under control
- You can’t win them all
- you can't win 'em all
- you can't win them all
- can’t win em all
- can't win them all