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point of no return

 

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Noun point of no return has 1 sense
  1. Rubicon, point of no return - a line that when crossed permits of no return and typically results in irrevocable commitment
    --1 is a kind of line, dividing line, demarcation, contrast

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Term: Point of No Return

Description:

The term "point of no return" refers to a critical moment or stage in a process or journey where it becomes impossible to change course or go back to a previous state. It is often used to indicate a moment of irreversible decision or an action that leads to consequences that cannot be undone.

Senses:

  1. Noun: The critical or decisive stage beyond which one cannot turn back.
  2. Noun: A specific location or reference point in a journey or process.
  3. Idiom: A metaphorical concept indicating an irreversible decision.

Usages:

Sense 1:

  1. Without a valid passport, crossing the border would be the point of no return.
  2. Once you sign the contract, you will reach the point of no return.
  3. Entering into marriage is often considered a point of no return.

Sense 2:

  1. We're approximately 100 miles away from the point of no return on this journey.
  2. The point of no return in this race is marked by a large red flag.
  3. According to the map, the point of no return is just around the corner.

Sense 3 (Idiom):

  1. Once you jump off that cliff, you'll have reached the point of no return.
  2. Challenging his boss's authority was the point of no return in his career.
  3. Kissing her was the point of no return; there was no going back.

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