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fork in the road
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a point in a person's life or a situation where they must make a critical decision or choose between two different options or paths
What is the origin of the idiom "fork in the road" and when to use it?
The idiom "fork in the road" originates from the literal image of a road splitting into two separate paths, resembling the shape of a fork. This imagery effectively conveys the idea of having to make a decision between two or more different directions or courses of action. It is used to describe a situation where a crucial decision must be made, typically one that will have a significant impact on the future.
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When driving through the countryside, we encountered a fork in the road and had to decide whether to turn left or right.
We took the left fork in the road, hoping it would lead us to the scenic overlook as marked on the tourist guide.
After years of indecision, he finally reached a fork in the road and had to choose between staying in his hometown or moving to pursue new opportunities.
The CEO had to navigate a fork in the road and choose between downsizing or seeking additional funding
At the fork in the road, the path bifurcates, leading to different destinations.
