critical period
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“The real critical period is going to be the next 90 days,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
The trajectory of the market will depend on where costs are during a critical period beginning in late January.
From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026
Lingering distortions might make it harder for investors and policymakers to track inflation during a critical period when many are hyperfocused on how big changes to trade, immigration and fiscal policy are affecting the economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
"We were deeply dismayed by the lack of seriousness shown by some executive colleagues during this critical period, including persistent briefing against others and the leaking of confidential information."
From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025
For she came to him at a somewhat critical period in his life.
From A Romance of Wastdale by Mason, A. E. W. (Alfred Edward Woodley)
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