critical period

NOUN

turning point

Synonyms

STRONGEST

climax critical point crux culmination juncture twist

WEAK

axis change climacteric contingency crisis critical mass critical moment crossing crossroads crucial moment crucial occurrence crucial period crunch cusp decisive moment defining moment development emergency exigency high noon hinge kairotic moment moment of truth nexus pass peak peripeteia pinch pivot pivotal moment point of no return race against time rising action shift strait transition turn of the tide when push comes to shove zero hour

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They found the critical period to start was between four and six months, during which the allergy could be cut by 77%.

From BBC

In a statement, Vice’s board said that Ms. Dubuc joined the company during a critical period and “positioned the company for long-term success,” adding that Vice would announce new leadership for the company soon.

From New York Times

As the war enters a critical period, the international community should ramp up engagement.

From Washington Post

Previously, Musk’s lawyers only turned over four texts during a critical period in May, for example, according to the Twitter attorneys.

From Washington Post

Blinken said the conflict was entering a critical period and urged Ukraine’s Western backers to keep up their support through what could be a difficult winter.

From Seattle Times

critical period

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