Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crunch-time

noun

/ˈkrʌntʃ taɪm/

Definition

The crucial period during a project or activity when decisions must be made quickly and the outcome is critical.

Examples

During crunch-time, the team worked late into the night to finish the project before the deadline.
It’s crunch-time for the students as they prepare for their final exams.

Meaning

Crunch-time refers to a time when there is a lot of pressure to make important decisions or to complete tasks in a limited amount of time before a deadline.