defining moment

Example Sentences

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

From Slate

The strike “would be a defining moment in the history of the coalfields,” Giardina said, “and Jackson made it clear where he stood.”

From Salon

Colin Skellett, CEO of YTL UK Group, has said the naming of the facility "marks a defining moment" in the journey to create one of "Europe's most exciting live entertainment venues".

From BBC

Ford's missed drop-goal proved a defining moment on Saturday, but his performances in the autumn and against Wales make it unlikely he will be dropped.

From BBC

Tom Sawyer, the Port of Milford Haven's chief executive, called the Sea Empress disaster "a defining moment", saying it had "exposed shortcomings in our industry and caused profound harm to a coastline whose natural beauty and biodiversity we all treasure".

From BBC