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
Is this a make-or-break draft for JS, especially if the line doesn’t improve?
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Constantin’s high-stakes bet could be a make-or-break test of the global appeal of premium European fantasy.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
In a city where up to 60% of households in some neighborhoods do not have access to a car, the Maryland Transit Administration plays a make-or-break role.
—Holly Arnold, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
For many, this opportunity is make-or-break and the only thing driving them is the potential delusion of their vision.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2025
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Constantin’s high-stakes bet could be a make-or-break test of the global appeal of premium European fantasy.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Mar. 2025
In a city where up to 60% of households in some neighborhoods do not have access to a car, the Maryland Transit Administration plays a make-or-break role.
—Holly Arnold, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
For many, this opportunity is make-or-break and the only thing driving them is the potential delusion of their vision.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for make-or-break
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With a constant wave of new competition flooding shelves—and social media—understanding your consumers' needs and habits has never been more crucial.—
Alexandra York,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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In 2018, Allen and a group of colleagues published a report suggesting that viewpoint diversity and free expression are crucial components of inclusion and belonging on university campuses.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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People around the world squinted to decipher the numbers that would reset critical economic relationships.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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Hydration is also critical for a fresh-faced look, so these face serums also contain humectants like hyaluronic acid.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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Related Stories As Dickens goes over each of Jesus’ miracles and other pivotal moments ahead of his gruesome death, young Walter walks into the biblical passages as an unseen figure watching from the sidelines and becoming enraptured by the tall tales.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Penn State athletic department also credits former Penn State club ice hockey coach Joe Battista, a former school administrator who played a pivotal in securing the original donation from the Pegulas and oversaw the early development of the men’s and women’s D-I programs.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Make-or-break.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/make-or-break. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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