put one's finger on

Definition

To identify, specify, name or pick out.

Example Sentences

• "There’s something wrong, but I can’t put my finger on it."
• "He had the quick witted imagination to put his finger right on the correct method of attacking a problem but no patience to see it through to the bitter end."
• "“Now, there’s something wrong with that,” Breyer said, to laughter. “I’m trying to put my finger on it.”"