critical phase
📖 Definitions
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A stage in a process, event, or situation that is of decisive importance and where the outcome is uncertain; a crucial period requiring careful attention.; A time of intense scrutiny, analysis, or evaluation, often involving judgment about quality or significance.
💬 Examples
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The project has entered a critical phase where any delay could jeopardize the entire timeline.
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The manuscript is currently in a critical phase of peer review before publication.