signpost

US /ˈsaɪn.poʊst/
UK /ˈsaɪn.poʊst/
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a post at a crossroads or other重要的 junction, bearing signs that show the way to various places

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The old signpost pointed towards the village.
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We followed the signposts to the city center.
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a feature of a text or presentation that indicates the direction of the argument or the structure of the material

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The introduction serves as a signpost for the rest of the essay.
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Using clear signposts helps the audience follow your argument.
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to provide a text or presentation with signposts

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The speaker effectively signposted her presentation with clear transitions.
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It's important to signpost your arguments in an essay.
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