window of opportunity
period of time during which some action can be taken that will achieve a desired outcome
climate tipping point
threshold that, when exceeded, can lead to large change in the Earth system
launch window
Time period during which a rocket must launch to reach its target
critical period
maturational stage in the lifespan of an organism during which the nervous system is especially sensitive to certain environmental stimuli
golden hour
period of time following a traumatic injury during which there is the highest likelihood that prompt medical and surgical treatment will prevent death