juncture

an important juncture in a man’s career

it is difficult to say at this juncture whether this upturn can be sustained.

the plane crashed at the juncture of two mountains.

negotiations that had reached a crucial juncture;

"At this juncture in our nation's affairs, we need firm leadership."

reaching a critical juncture

reaching a crucial juncture

reached a critical juncture

reached an important juncture