Japanese

局面

きょくめん
Meaning: phase; aspect; situation
Part of Speech: Noun

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局
面

Example sentences

The situation has entered a new phase.
証拠の発見により、調査は新たな局面を迎えた。
The investigation entered a new phase with the discovery of the evidence.
いよいよ最終の局面を迎える。
Finally reaching the final stage.
大手三社が激しく競い合い、三者鼎立の局面を迎えている。
The three major companies are competing fiercely, reaching a state of tripartite standing.
絶体絶命の局面で、彼は懸崖撒手の決断を下し、新たな活路を見出した。
In a desperate situation, he made a bold, decisive choice, letting go of all hesitation and finding a new path forward.
大事な局面で左眄右顧していては、機会を逃してしまう。
If you hesitate and look around in critical situations, you will miss opportunities.

Usage Notes

Refers to the state or stage of affairs, often used when there is a significant change in a situation or competition.

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