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turning point
This term describes a critical juncture where a trajectory is permanently altered. It carries a strong connotation of decisiveness and significance, suggesting that the outcome after this moment is fundamentally different from what preceded it. While it can be used for negative shifts, it is frequently employed in positive contexts, such as medical breakthroughs or personal growth.
As a compound noun, it functions as a single semantic unit. It is typically used with adjectives like "critical," "decisive," or "pivotal" to emphasize the magnitude of the change. It differs from a "crossroads," which implies a choice between multiple paths, whereas a "turning point" focuses on the actual occurrence of the shift.
Meanings
Examples
The invention of the steam engine was a major turning point in the Industrial Revolution.
This merger could be the turning point the company needs to avoid bankruptcy.
I feel like I have finally reached a turning point in my recovery.
Maybe this is the turning point where everything starts to make sense.
The battle of Midway served as a critical turning point in the Pacific theater.
Winning the scholarship was a turning point for his academic career.
The discovery of the hidden map was a turning point in their quest.