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pivotal

🇬🇧 UK/'pivәtәl/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

adj.

Of crucial importance; central or key to something

关键的，至关重要的，起核心作用的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
pivotstem
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alrelating to, having the nature of
=pivotal

Common Collocations

  • 1.pivotal role关键角色／核心作用
  • 2.pivotal moment关键时刻
  • 3.pivotal figure核心人物
  • 4.pivotal decision关键决策

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The invention of the internet was a pivotal moment in human history.

  • 2.

    She played a pivotal role in negotiating the peace agreement between the two nations.

  • 3.

    This meeting could be pivotal in determining the company's future direction.

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