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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

crux

/krʌks/ noun · British & US
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What does crux mean?

noun

The central or most important point of an argument, problem, or situation. A crucial or critical point.

Example

"The crux of the debate was whether to increase taxes or cut government spending."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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