as in crucial
of the greatest possible importance
the report was missing a pivotal piece of information
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Recent Examples of pivotal
State House Speaker Destin Hall noted at the same press conference state Rep. Tricia Cotham, whose district includes parts of Matthews, is expected to play a pivotal role in driving the legislation in the House.
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Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
The president's remarks come at a pivotal point for markets, as the post-election wave of exuberance and excitement has given way to anxiety that Trump's policies are weighing on economic growth and contributing to inflation.
—Suzanne McGee, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
The band sees taking calculated sonic risks as pivotal to its next phase.
—Paula Mejía, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2025
The pivotal early scene in which László designs a library for Van Buren was partly inspired by the disastrous creation of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France in Paris.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2025
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Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
The president's remarks come at a pivotal point for markets, as the post-election wave of exuberance and excitement has given way to anxiety that Trump's policies are weighing on economic growth and contributing to inflation.
—Suzanne McGee, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
The band sees taking calculated sonic risks as pivotal to its next phase.
—Paula Mejía, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2025
The pivotal early scene in which László designs a library for Van Buren was partly inspired by the disastrous creation of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France in Paris.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivotal
Adjective
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Staying updated on industry advancements is crucial.—
Sivakumar Ramakrishnan,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Because carbon monoxide is undetectable without specialized detectors, prevention measures such as proper ventilation, regular maintenance of fuel-burning appliances, and the use of carbon monoxide alarms are crucial for safety.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Steer is expected to be a key right-handed bat in the Reds' outfield while also playing a role as a rotational infielder.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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The world’s second-largest economy has seen sluggish growth amid tepid domestic demand and a prolonged real estate downturn, leaving exports as a key driver of growth.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Metamask Card Brings Crypto Natives Real World Utility The critical innovation now happening is connecting these stablecoins directly to everyday payment systems without sacrificing self-custody: a principle that separates crypto from traditional finance.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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Navigating healthy relationships can be challenging for both teens and parents, but caution and open communication are critical to prevent acts of violence.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN,
8 Mar. 2025
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More than 300,000 people die every year in the US from cardiac arrest, and immediate treatment is vital in saving someone's life.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
1 Mar. 2025
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Our panelists will also address the challenges the community faces, from gentrification to the erasure of its cultural landmarks, and why the recovery of this legacy is vital for both Altadena and Hollywood's futures.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Pivotal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivotal. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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