critical point
noun
: a point on the graph of a function where the derivative is zero or infinite
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Trump’s testimony is happening at a critical point in James’ investigation, midway through a pivotal week in his post-presidency. 
Michael Balsamo, BostonGlobe.com, 10 Aug. 2022 Trump’s testimony is happening at a critical point in James’ investigation, midway through a pivotal week in his post-presidency. Michael Balsamo, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Aug. 2022 Trump’s testimony is happening at a critical point in James’ investigation, midway through a pivotal week in his post-presidency. Michael Balsamo And Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2022 And on the more critical point of increasing purchasing power, stocks rose significantly faster than inflation. Bill Stone, Forbes, 26 June 2022 Though many of these medicines and technologies are made by companies based outside San Diego, Whittier has always served as a critical point of access for the nationwide clinical trials that have brought them to market. Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2022 Ivanisevic was referring to a critical point during the third set with the games tied at four. Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2022 The facility had previously shut down in February, driving a nationwide shortage of infant and specialty formulas to a critical point, but had managed to reopen on June 4. Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 16 June 2022 Given that, that Woj and ESPN did come out with an article this week is notable, because the situation has gotten to a critical point. Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 4 June 2022 See More
Michael Balsamo, BostonGlobe.com, 10 Aug. 2022 Trump’s testimony is happening at a critical point in James’ investigation, midway through a pivotal week in his post-presidency. Michael Balsamo, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Aug. 2022 Trump’s testimony is happening at a critical point in James’ investigation, midway through a pivotal week in his post-presidency. Michael Balsamo And Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2022 And on the more critical point of increasing purchasing power, stocks rose significantly faster than inflation. Bill Stone, Forbes, 26 June 2022 Though many of these medicines and technologies are made by companies based outside San Diego, Whittier has always served as a critical point of access for the nationwide clinical trials that have brought them to market. Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2022 Ivanisevic was referring to a critical point during the third set with the games tied at four. Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2022 The facility had previously shut down in February, driving a nationwide shortage of infant and specialty formulas to a critical point, but had managed to reopen on June 4. Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 16 June 2022 Given that, that Woj and ESPN did come out with an article this week is notable, because the situation has gotten to a critical point. Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 4 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1848, in the meaning defined above