Definition of Cusp
a point in time that marks the beginning of a change or a transition
Examples of Cusp in a sentence
After many experiments, the scientists were already on the cusp of a breakthrough cure. 🔊
Grateful for her singing lessons, she was on the cusp of a career in show business. 🔊
Karen knew she was on the cusp of fame and glory when she was asked to sing the national anthem at the baseball game. 🔊
Before Japan struck Pearl Harbor, the United States was on the cusp of World War II. 🔊
The researchers were on the cusp of a new type of treatment for cancer patients. 🔊
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