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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
Is there even just one piece missing, or are there two or three?
What should have been the final-build phase of the team last year now rolls into another summer, which becomes a critical juncture for Arsenal.
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Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 9 May 2025
The Gunners find themselves at a critical juncture in their recent history.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
The potentially landmark case comes at a critical juncture for the U.S. education system, which has been pulled into the crosshairs of partisan divides while also dealing with broad declines in students’ reading and math skills.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 29 Apr. 2025
That made last summer a critical juncture in the team’s future.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2025
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Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 9 May 2025
The Gunners find themselves at a critical juncture in their recent history.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
The potentially landmark case comes at a critical juncture for the U.S. education system, which has been pulled into the crosshairs of partisan divides while also dealing with broad declines in students’ reading and math skills.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 29 Apr. 2025
That made last summer a critical juncture in the team’s future.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juncture
Noun
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The point of emphasis for him right now is fielding slow rollers.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
28 May 2025
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In the league, even though Villa were staggering along, the points tally kept ticking over.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Eagar residents located south of State Route 260 between River Road and the SR 260/U.S. 180 junction — directly east of the fire — were included in the evacuation area.—
Julie Mendes,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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The 100-acre complex, located at the junction of Interstates 355 and 80 next to Silver Cross Hospital, features nine full-size baseball fields, 22 youth baseball and softball fields, and 11 multipurpose fields that can accommodate soccer, lacrosse and football, according to the complex’s website.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Since returning to office, Trump has moved with speed and severity to eliminate legal immigration pathways, particularly humanitarian protections for those who fled crises abroad.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
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Both sides of the political spectrum are using the term constitutional crisis.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Preserving 'offerings' from the protest moment People from around the world come to the square, leaving behind flowers, balloons, signs and artwork.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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This statement reveals a vision that goes far beyond the present moment, a vision rooted in legacy, purpose, and unwavering dedication.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The two-vehicle crash happened around 5:15 p.m. April 20 at the intersection of West 143rd and King streets, Overland Park police said.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
21 May 2025
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In one of them, which was posted last June and found to be filmed on Bear Rock Road in Durham, the driver of a Ferrari can be seen slowing to about 8 mph at the intersection of Higganum Road before allegedly accelerating to 77 mph in a 30 mph residential zone, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
21 May 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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Other fans even modified Taylor Swift lyrics to fit the situation, showing off their creativity.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Is there a rule of etiquette that speaks to this situation?—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 May 2025
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An autopsy later found that Charles died of blunt trauma of his head, torso and extremities, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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Inside the suitcase were human remains which consisted of a female torso without the extremities, head and neck, and a black trash bag, which was next to the neck area, the warrant affidavit said.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Juncture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juncture. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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