| 释义 |
crunch timeA critical period of time characterized by a heightened pressure to succeed, usually at or near the end of a given situation or undertaking. Okay, we've got two minutes to tie the game—it's crunch time, guys! it’s ˈcrunch time (informal) it is the moment when something must be decided or done, or a difficulty can no longer be avoided: It’s crunch time for him. Either he makes a move now or gives up any hope of winning power. |