race against time

NOUN

turning point

Synonyms

STRONGEST

climax critical point crux culmination juncture twist

WEAK

axis change climacteric contingency crisis critical mass critical moment critical period crossing crossroads crucial moment crucial occurrence crucial period crunch cusp decisive moment defining moment development emergency exigency high noon hinge kairotic moment moment of truth nexus pass peak peripeteia pinch pivot pivotal moment point of no return rising action shift strait transition turn of the tide when push comes to shove zero hour

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"Tennis became a race against time," said Nadal.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He now faces a race against time to push through as many legislative changes before his term comes to an end late next year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Starting in January 2025, the French pair embarked on a race against time to create top-level routines for the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Authorities describe the search as a race against time.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Father Olufemi hadn’t come yet, but their race against time had begun.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

race against time

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