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  1. crux, crux of the matternoun

    the most important point

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  1. crux of the matter

    The crux of the matter refers to the most important, central, or pivotal point or issue in a situation, argument, or discussion. It is the core or essential part that must be addressed or resolved to solve a problem.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of crux of the matter in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of crux of the matter in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of crux of the matter in a Sentence

  1. Jerry Brown:

    The crux of the matter is whether the state of California should continue to make it a crime for a dying person to end his life.


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