pivotal
Example Sentences
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Throughout the event on Tuesday, investors, advisers and policymakers will weigh in on what lies ahead for markets, regulations and dealmaking at one of the most pivotal economic moments in history.
It’s where I nailed a pivotal job interview, one that somehow ended with me falling head over heels into a condo’s indoor swimming pool while wearing my winter coat.
From Los Angeles Times
But punt returner Xavier Smith’s attempt to catch a ball while he was falling down in the NFC championship game resulted in a fumble that led to a pivotal touchdown by the Seahawks.
From Los Angeles Times
Eccles left the Fed three years later after playing a pivotal role in a clash with Truman over how much authority the White House should have in setting rates.
They were pivotal, like John Prine, who just made his music … reaching into the past, but bringing it to the present so it’s very current.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
