"Pointed reference" refers to a statement or comment that directly targets, criticizes, or alludes to someone or something in a very clear and deliberate manner. Full definition
This quick assessment process gives you an overview of the vital points of a smoothly running writer platform machinery and general gauge of author involvement in each category as a starting point reference. (jelenpub.com)
His story lines made pointed reference to well - known works of literature, philosophy,...... (britannica.com)
I could, of course, take my laptop up to the law skule library and chase down pin point references in the bound volumes. (slaw.ca)