lynchpin
noun
lynch·pin
less common spelling of linchpin
1
: a locking pin inserted crosswise (as through the end of an axle or shaft)
2
: one that serves to hold together parts or elements that exist or function as a unit
the linchpin in the defense's case
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Nov. 2025
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Although that serves as the lynchpin of Hinako's journey through both her decaying town and the Otherworld, a strange realm that manifests itself through Hinako's fears and anxieties, the teenager's journey is rooted in more than just angst.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
As the lynchpin of this unit who played 100% of the defensive snaps, Spillane must be better.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Nov. 2025
Artificial intelligence lynchpin Nvidia performed worse, losing almost 2%.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 18 Nov. 2025
Although that serves as the lynchpin of Hinako's journey through both her decaying town and the Otherworld, a strange realm that manifests itself through Hinako's fears and anxieties, the teenager's journey is rooted in more than just angst.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
As the lynchpin of this unit who played 100% of the defensive snaps, Spillane must be better.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Lynchpin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lynchpin. Accessed 13 Dec. 2025.
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