pivotal
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Middleton entered the political fray at a pivotal moment, just as fractures in the Texas Republican Party were beginning to deepen.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Porter was a pivotal figure in contemporary Los Angeles jazz, beginning with his studies under legendary educator Reggie Andrews in the Multi-School Jazz Band in Watts.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Among the deceased victims was a security guard who worked at the centre and "played a pivotal role" in preventing the attack from being "much worse", officials said.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
At the pivotal moment, Wembanyama even seemed to be channeling highlight reels, just for fun.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
There was no pivotal moment of creative difference, no storming or flouncing out.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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