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defining moment

NOUN
very crucial moment
Synonyms
WEAK
climax critical moment crunch decisive moment kairos kairotic moment loaded moment moment of truth point of no return turning point

Example Sentences

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"This atrocity was a defining moment for America and your pain and shock were felt around the whole world," Charles told the US Congress on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The club said it was a chance to celebrate "a defining moment from the past, but also the vibrant present and future of the club".

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

But in the defining moment of High Point’s season, and Johnston’s career, he had no control over where he was shooting from.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Father James Martin: This was a defining moment for me.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

At a defining moment in American history, slavery not only continued, it was granted the Constitution’s official blessing.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis