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the crux of the matter

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the crux of the matter

The focal, central, or most important element of a topic, problem, or issue. Over the course of this trial, the prosecution intends to get to the crux of the matter regarding this company's shady financial dealings.

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*the crux of the matter

 and *the root of the matter;

See also: crux, matter, of