inflection

Example Sentences

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It was propelled by an aging population: The share of Americans over 75 is hitting an inflection point, and will only climb from here.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A year ago, Kelly spoke about how AI usage was reaching an inflection point, with more daily usage and demand.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“The Comeback” has a way of reappearing with Valerie’s perky “hello, hello, hello!” at inflection points like this, making the perpetually out-of-step performer uncannily right on time, always.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Until now, protests have been peaceful, but it remains to be seen whether the incident in Morón will be an inflection point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

They did not hear all of what he said; they heard the one word, or phrase, or inflection that was for them the connection between the event and themselves.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison