crunch time

The interval of time immediately before a project is due, when it becomes apparent that the schedule has slipped and everyone is going to have to work like dogs to try to complete the project in time. Crunch time usually occurs during the period between the next-to-last scheduled milestone (prior to which everyone was able to delude themselves tht the schedule had NOT slipped) and the final deadline for delivery. During crunch time, workers are in crunch mode. Prevalent in the software industry, but used elsewhere as well.

"We've got three weeks left to complete six weeks worth of work. Looks like we'll be living on take-out for a while."

"I freakin' hate crunch time."

crunch time by Evac156 February 22, 2005

crunch time

a deadline/the last minute

"It's gettin pretty close to crunch time,better finish that report soon."

crunch time by hipster November 10, 2003

crunch time

a period of time during which one must make a effort quickly

Crunch time at the cafeteria often comes at midday, when people are most stressed out and eager for a meal.

crunch time by The Return of Light Joker August 4, 2011

crunch time

a critical moment or period (as near the end of a game) when decisive action is needed

Player: i can't believe that kid airballed a 3 pointer in crunch time!

crunch time by GarbageCollector January 3, 2021

Crunch Time

A time devoted to the action of taking A Crunch. Crunch Time can happen at anytime, in anyplace, to anyone. The length of a Crunch Time is affected my many things. Your age, your sex, barometric pressure, the earths pitch relative to the sun's axis, and what you ate last night for dinner all play a part on when Crunch Time will ensue.

Justin: Nick, you've been in there a while. You okay man?

Nick: I knew it was time...

Justin: Time for what?

Nick: Crunch time...

Justin: Seriously Nick, stop coming over to my house after you eat your Dad's home cooking.

Crunch Time by totallynotchris March 27, 2010

Crunch Time

Crunch time is what you say to a women before laying down a serious smashing.

"When i put my blue suit on, you might as well call me the captain, cause it's crunch time!"

Crunch Time by Jonathan Torres. April 11, 2005

Crunch Time

A term used in Overwatch to describe the point in a match where a player/team is popping off against the opposing team during overtime, often resulting in victory.

Hotba went into crunch time against the London Spitfire, allowing the NYXL to clutch the 2nd map.

Crunch Time by Mortem0re February 8, 2020