Meaning of the word "turning point" in English

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turning point

US /ˈtɜːrnɪŋ pɔɪnt/
UK /ˈtɜːrnɪŋ pɔɪnt/
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Noun

1.

a time at which a decisive change in a situation occurs, especially one with important consequences

Example:
The invention of the internet was a turning point in human history.
His decision to move abroad marked a significant turning point in his life.
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