as in crucial
resulting in either definite success or definite failure
a make-or-break decision The next year will be a make-or-break time for the company.
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Recent Examples of make-or-break
For many, this opportunity is make-or-break and the only thing driving them is the potential delusion of their vision.
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2025
Musk exposes the world's 'biggest' fraud MAJOR HEADLINES ON THE WORLD STAGE – Trump team holds make-or-break Ukraine talks after Oval Office spat.
—Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
But when her family’s garment business receives a make-or-break order for 200 dresses, Ana is forced to juggle her own ambitions with her mother’s expectations.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Meghan Markle's make-or-break Netflix cooking show has slumped to a 33 percent average critics score on Rotten Tomatoes.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2025
Musk exposes the world's 'biggest' fraud MAJOR HEADLINES ON THE WORLD STAGE – Trump team holds make-or-break Ukraine talks after Oval Office spat.
—Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
But when her family’s garment business receives a make-or-break order for 200 dresses, Ana is forced to juggle her own ambitions with her mother’s expectations.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Meghan Markle's make-or-break Netflix cooking show has slumped to a 33 percent average critics score on Rotten Tomatoes.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for make-or-break
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My previous post, Being Sad Is Expensive: How Your Money-Mindset Matters showed how emotions play a crucial role in shaping financial behavior.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Ask Chris Richards, who credits a small but crucial collective upward shift at Crystal Palace in the second half of the season for reviving the club’s hopes of meaningful progress.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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For leaders this serves as a critical warning: the relentless pursuit of productivity without regard for the multifaceted nature of human identity can lead to a workforce that is disengaged, unfulfilled and ultimately less innovative.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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But the critical number in this election is 802, the exceptionally low number of voters who cast ballots in that district election.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Mar. 2025
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Gherardi was a pivotal figure in the eyewear industry.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
WWD,
20 Mar. 2025
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The immersive experience will allow fans to dive into the universe of the Colombian artist through thematic spaces showcasing her evolution, creative process, and pivotal moments in her career.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Make-or-break.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make-or-break. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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