Simple Definition of juncture

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juncture

noun

plural junctures
1
: an important point in a process or activity
Negotiations between the countries reached a critical juncture.
At this juncture it looks like they are going to get a divorce.
2
: a place where things join : junction
the juncture of two rivers

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