turning point
noun
a point at which a decisive change takes place; critical point; crisis.
turning points
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pluralof turning point.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A hedge-fund blowup as a guidepost for identifying turning points in markets can be tricky, according to Mark Hackett, chief market strategist at Nationwide.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
During a career that was chock-full of momentous events, The Beatles enjoyed plenty of turning points that contributed to their unparalleled achievements.
From Salon ● Jun. 26, 2026
A team of researchers in South Korea has uncovered evidence that could shed new light on how Earth's atmosphere first became rich in oxygen, one of the most important turning points in the planet's history.
From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026
Candlestick activity has also played an important role in identifying key turning points.
From Barron's ● May 12, 2026
True turning points exist, but they are nearly always the visible tip of a vast and highly complex social process.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
