At a/the crossroads
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Crucial Choice
Suggests an important life decision; often involves change or the unknown. 
Choosing whether to move abroad, he was at a crossroads.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Not a literal intersection, but used to represent a significant life situation. 
Her promotion put her at a crossroads: stay or pursue her dream job?
Pro Tip 3/3Life Transition
Often used during times of personal transition, such as career changes or relationships. 
Divorced and jobless, he stood at a crossroads, ready for a fresh start.
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