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as in point
a particular and often important moment in time
at the present juncture, I think the country is looking for a strong president
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as in junction
a place where two or more things are united
the water is leaking at the juncture of those two pipes
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as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
we have now arrived at a juncture where something must be done to avert war
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Recent Examples of juncture
Horner leaves at a crucial juncture in F1, as Red Bull faces challenges with its RB21 F1 car, and for the first time in the current ground effect era that began in 2022, Verstappen is not leading the Drivers' Championship.
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Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Many prominent energy and hardware startups have faltered at this critical juncture, struggling to transition from promising prototypes to reliable performance in real-world settings at scale.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The five-Test series against India is at a critical juncture, locked at 1-1 after the visitors’ emphatic 336-run victory at Edgbaston.
—Max Mathews, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Critics in both the U.S. and Europe argue that withholding military aid at a critical juncture risks emboldening Russia and could force Ukraine into accepting unfavorable terms.
—Danny Bakst, Fortune, 3 July 2025
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Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Many prominent energy and hardware startups have faltered at this critical juncture, struggling to transition from promising prototypes to reliable performance in real-world settings at scale.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
The five-Test series against India is at a critical juncture, locked at 1-1 after the visitors’ emphatic 336-run victory at Edgbaston.
—Max Mathews, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Critics in both the U.S. and Europe argue that withholding military aid at a critical juncture risks emboldening Russia and could force Ukraine into accepting unfavorable terms.
—Danny Bakst, Fortune, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juncture
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An overview of the report included the following data points: Nearly 1,000 children per month received care across the 12 child care centers The centers operated with gaps between operating costs and revenue, forcing them to pay low wages to teachers.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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As Colorado leaders recently toured a half-way point on building a massive overpass wildlife crossing above Interstate 25, state police were warning drivers about the dangers of crashing into animals after two recent fatalities.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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This mysterious part of the ocean is at the junction of two powerful currents, one of which is salty and warm, while the other is cold and rich in nutrients, creating a highly biodiverse environment, experts said.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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From Earth’s perspective, the junction of the disks resembles the number eight lying down, similar to the infinity symbol (∞).—
Jorge Garay,
Wired News,
22 July 2025
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Things happen, our heroes react, a potentially world-ending crisis is easily averted and everything is wrapped up in time for dinner.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Yet this rift still coincides with a deepening fiscal crisis.—
Joël Té-Léssia Assoko,
semafor.com,
25 July 2025
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The Rule of Thirds In a rare moment of candor several years ago, Duggan sketched out his political philosophy.—
M.L. Elrick,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Amid the chaotic mess England had created for themselves, Kelly brought a moment of calm.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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The companies best positioned for the future are the ones expanding that business travel decision-making intersection to include talent development and well-being.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 16-23 on the grounds of the Bella Vista Historical Museum at 1885 Bella Vista Way near the intersection of U.S. 71 and Kingsland Road.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
31 July 2025
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Now, Maineri heads into year 12 with 18 pitchers on his roster, hoping that rising junior Caleb Gilbert and sophomore-to-be Zach Hess will emerge at the top of the pitching rotation.—
John Roach,
NOLA.com,
19 July 2017
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Cal Fire representatives said the current parking mess has already impacted them because the driveway to their station enters the highway not far from the trail head.—
J. Harry Jones,
Ramona Sentinel,
19 July 2017
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Estate planning: Consult with a tax professional to review and update your estate plan to align with your current financial situation and goals.—
Cindy McGhee,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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March 2025 Five of Pentacles: A challenging situation this month may leave you feeling isolated or uncertain about your path forward.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
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The other hallmark symptoms include swelling—especially around the lips, eyelids or extremities—and a burning or stinging sensation in affected areas.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
23 July 2025
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Numbness, weakness, tingling, or skin changes (e.g., colder or pale/blue skin tone) Slow-healing wounds or sores Hair thinning on the affected extremity Renal artery stenosis is characterized by the accumulation of plaque in the arteries that deliver oxygen-rich blood to the kidneys.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
20 July 2025
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“Juncture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juncture. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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