Word of the day - Crux

[Jace]

Crux...n.

Def.: A critical or vital moment , critical point, the basic or central feature, a puzzling problem.

The crux of the matter became evident.

 

[Kaila]

The true crux of a complex and difficult problem,
often seems hidden from full view.

 

[ohioboy]

The Crux of a Chess game is the strategy needed to Check mate your opponent.

 

[Mizmo]

A crux in the conversation could lead to stalemate.

 

[OneEyedDiva]

Okay, let's get down to the crux of the matter.

 

[Jace]

T Y, All...V G.

 

[Kaila]

Okay, let's get down to the crux of the matter.

That's such a great example. I remember hearing it used that way and in that phrase, and it expresses a lot of meaning.

People often discuss some topic with others, by skirting around aspects that are each related in some partial way;
yet getting down to the crux of the matter,
will be more apt to lead to greater comprehension, and the potential for the group or individuals to take some important next step.

 

[Em in Ohio]

Purposeful misdirection is often used to avoid addressing the true crux of a critical issue.