Meanings
A calque of Spanish momento de la verdad, which refers to the time of the final sword thrust in a bullfight.
A deciding instant; the time when a test determines or makes it apparent whether something will succeed.
Example Sentences
1
This is the moment of truth, we will see if all our hard work has paid off.
2
The moment of truth came when she had to decide whether to accept the job offer or pursue her own business.
3
When the jury returned with their verdict, it was the moment of truth for the defendant.
4
He had been practicing his speech for weeks, and now the moment of truth had arrived.
5
As the final exam began, the students knew it was their moment of truth.