pivotal
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The New York Knicks were on the ropes Friday night in a pivotal Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Heightened security, a strict no-bag policy and airport-style screening will greet fans, as US President Donald Trump attends a pivotal NBA Finals game on Monday evening in New York City.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
"May we learn from this past," Hegseth said in reference to the pivotal involvement of American troops in the Allied landings.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
"The remarkable success of this AI-designed 'super-antigen' trial marks a pivotal leap forward in our ability to deliver broad, lasting viral protection."
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
‘We’re the first actual children of Bellona in the Ramfrez-Arellano family. And Bellona has always favoured our clan. Millennia ago, she decreed that we would play pivotal roles in many battles.’
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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