Log inSign up

the crux of the matter is

the crux of the matter is
a discourse marker meaning 'the central or most important point of the issue'
The crux of the matter is whether renewable energy can scale fast enough to meet global demand.
From Lesson 12:Transitions & Academic Discourse·TOEFL Academic Vocabulary

Note

The crux of the matter is whether renewable energy can scale fast enough to meet global demand.

Learn the crux of the matter is and more in TOEFL Academic Vocabulary

All course content and exercises are completely free — no paywalls, no trial periods.

  • ✓ Practice with interactive exercises
  • ✓ Track your progress with spaced repetition
  • ✓ Learn at your own pace — completely free
Start learning TOEFL Academic Vocabulary freeBrowse the full course