as in essence
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the crux of the problem is that the school's current budget is totally inadequate
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Recent Examples of crux
The main crux of the argument is that his steals are overkill and do not have much value.
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Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 9 Aug. 2024
The slate announcement catches the U.S. TV scene at a particular crux.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024
The emotional crux of the show is Joan and Kelly, and each and every scene is just heartbreak.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 28 Sep. 2024
Of course, the biggest challenge for any startup is gaining traction, and this challenge is even more pointed in a blockchain scenario, where network effects are the very crux of success.
—Nimrod Lehavi, Forbes, 15 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for crux 
Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 9 Aug. 2024
The slate announcement catches the U.S. TV scene at a particular crux.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024
The emotional crux of the show is Joan and Kelly, and each and every scene is just heartbreak.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 28 Sep. 2024
Of course, the biggest challenge for any startup is gaining traction, and this challenge is even more pointed in a blockchain scenario, where network effects are the very crux of success.
—Nimrod Lehavi, Forbes, 15 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for crux
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crux
Noun
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And then a character would come on screen and there would be an essence or an energy, or even just a costume.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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As a seasoned guitarist, songwriter, and performer, Knowles embodies the essence of modern blues-rock, blending soulful storytelling with a distinctive, hard-hitting sound.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
4 Feb. 2025
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Wine finishes can go quickly overboard, leaving the whiskey with an abundance of big, fruity, tannic notes that overpower its core identity.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2025
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As downtown continues to navigate the post-pandemic era and stakeholders reimagine what an urban core can and should be, new projects are helping build that future.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
16 Feb. 2025
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The Harris campaign played up Walz's working-class roots, background in the National Guard and experiences as a school teacher and football coach in the 2024 election won by President Donald Trump.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Keep the cutting in the vase until the roots are several inches long.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The line of drinkware includes an assortment of tumblers and cold cups adorned with hearts, flowers and pink and red hues, according to Starbucks.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Soften his heart, guide his words, and fill him with wisdom and kindness.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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The governor’s office did not respond to this point.—
Adam Crafton,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Some Black leaders in Congress have urged confronting Mr. Trump as a racist, to a point.—
Shane Goldmacher,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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The rice kernel contains three parts—the germ or core, the endosperm or middle layer, and a hard outer layer called the bran.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
27 Jan. 2025
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Listen to this article In a season that has gone from great expectations to high anxiety, the Miami Heat now seemingly have moved on to kernels of hope.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Crux.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crux. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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