rising action

[rahy-zing ak-shuhn] / ˈraɪ zɪŋ ˈæk ʃən /

NOUN

turning point

Synonyms

STRONGEST

climax critical point crux culmination juncture twist

WEAK

axis change climacteric contingency crisis critical mass critical moment critical period crossing crossroads crucial moment crucial occurrence crucial period crunch cusp decisive moment defining moment development emergency exigency high noon hinge kairotic moment moment of truth nexus pass peak peripeteia pinch pivot pivotal moment point of no return race against time shift strait transition turn of the tide when push comes to shove zero hour

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Beijing’s actions at the U.N. underscore its limitations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The reset has faced domestic pushback, in particular from UK lawmakers who have been sanctioned by China for their criticisms of Beijing's actions in Hong Kong and over rights abuses.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Taiwan's defence ministry condemned Beijing's actions, and said they dispatched forces in response.

From BBC • May 22, 2024

Ralph Cossa, president emeritus of the Honolulu-based foreign policy research institute Pacific Forum, said Beijing’s actions have helped push the island away.

From Seattle Times • May 16, 2024

Reuters has reported Gallagher previously urged Raimondo to put trade curbs on Changxin Memory after Beijing's actions against Micron.

From Reuters • Jun. 2, 2023

rising action

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