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crucial
adjective /ˈkruː.ʃəl/
a) Being essential or decisive for determining the outcome or future of something; extremely important.

The battle of Tali-Ihantala in 1944 is one of the crucial moments in the history of Finland.

b) Cruciform or cruciate; cross-shaped.

A secure supply of crude oil is crucial for any modern nation, let alone a superpower.


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