criticality

/ (ˌkrɪtɪˈkælɪtɪ) /

noun

the state of being critical
physics the condition in a nuclear reactor when the fissionable material can sustain a chain reaction by itself

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How to use criticality in a sentence

There is nothing remotely comparable for any and all Asian countries, whatever the strategic and economic criticality of Asia.
Leslie H. Gelb on Obama’s Dangerous Nuclear Dance | Leslie H. Gelb | April 7, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Jack could have spitted anybody for coming to disturb him at such a criticality.
The Ned M'Keown Stories | William Carleton

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