irreversible step

Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words

An action or measure taken that marks a point of no return.

irreversibleADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

step

Examples (10)

  • Taking that irreversible step meant committing to a new life abroad.
  • The company was warned not to take an irreversible step that could jeopardize its future.
  • He realized that divorcing his wife would be an irreversible step.
  • Moving the troops across the border was an irreversible step towards conflict.
  • Are you sure you want to take this irreversible step?
  • They made an irreversible step by signing the peace treaty.
  • For many, buying a house is an irreversible step into adulthood.
  • The launch of the rocket was an irreversible step in the mission.
  • Consider all consequences before taking an irreversible step.
  • His resignation was an irreversible step that surprised everyone.