Thesaurus results for TURNING POINT

turning point

noun

Definition of turning point

as in milestone

a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs the turning point came when Victor finally admitted he was a werewolf

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Recent Examples of turning point The big picture involves market cycle dynamics, with turning points and tipping points. — Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 There have been turning points throughout Hollywood history when an old order collapsed and was replaced by something cooler and more provocative. — Brent Lang, Variety, 15 July 2026 During this time, our ideas serve as catalysts while conversations become turning points. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 On the women’s side, that title belongs to Anna Leigh Waters, and her recent Nike deal signaled a turning point. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for turning point

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The team also completed a critical-design review, another milestone in preparing the technology for delivery.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026
The Max 10's certification represents another milestone in Boeing's efforts to restore its reputation and financial footing after years of safety, quality and production challenges.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of milestone

Noun

You may be forgiven for anticipating a potboiler climax when a lush hideaway with a private beach is concerned, and what occurs there is indeed juicy.

— Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
The 2026 Formula 1 season is edging closer to its climax, with just six more races to go and the World Champion could be crowned soon, if not this Sunday.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of climax

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Charlotte’s water restrictions remain in place for now because the watershed hasn’t fully recovered, said Jennifer Frost, public affairs manager for Charlotte Water.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
The consequences of a decision made today can follow a watershed for decades.

— Dana Adkins, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of watershed

Noun

Local Halloween shops were opening on every corner, and Party City was [at the time] the main destination.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Wembanyama made a three-point play inside, Julian Champagnie hit a corner 3, and Wembanyama elevated to convert a pass from Stephon Castle into dunk while getting fouled.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

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