as in factor
something (as a fact or argument) that is decisive or overwhelming
there are lots of good reasons we can't go to the concert, but the fact that the tickets are all sold out is the topper
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Recent Examples of topper
The extended Black Friday sale means 20% off of everything (including the brand's cozy and sustainable mattress topper) and free shipping with code BLACKFRIDAY.
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Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
For an eye-catching finish, consider an oversized bow as a statement tree topper, or layer multiple bows for a bold appearance.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2024
This year, oversized, artistic tree toppers—like cascading ribbons, floral arrangements like this cranberry bouquet at Balsam Hill or illuminated sculptures—are the centerpieces of many holiday trees.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
Instead of a topper, there’s a glowing Cartier logo fastened in the middle.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
For an eye-catching finish, consider an oversized bow as a statement tree topper, or layer multiple bows for a bold appearance.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2024
This year, oversized, artistic tree toppers—like cascading ribbons, floral arrangements like this cranberry bouquet at Balsam Hill or illuminated sculptures—are the centerpieces of many holiday trees.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
Instead of a topper, there’s a glowing Cartier logo fastened in the middle.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topper
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Many gore-enjoyers resent how the glistening variety has diluted the vampire’s fear factor.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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And when money is little to no object, the convenience factor goes up exponentially.Peter Nelson, The Verge, 23 Dec. 2024
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The clincher is that the market bottomed on December 6, 1974.Brian Domitrovic, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The Browns’ final two drives ended in interceptions, a pick-6 and clincher by linebacker Cody Barton.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 2 Dec. 2024
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The Last Dance is set to continue the franchise's reign, with early reactions hailing the picture as supremely entertaining and the perfect trilogy capper.Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 23 Oct. 2024
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More News: Former Raiders Head Coach Arrested for Drunk Driving This season-ending injury is the capper to a bad run for Minshew Minshew.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Swift, in particular, likes to pair oversized Chiefs merch with miniskirts and loafers, and finishes her look off with a signature red lipstick, the coup de grace of Kansas City football representation, in our opinion.Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
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The campaign’s coup de grace was a 270-inflatable dragon coiled around the Empire State Building.Todd Longwell, Variety, 25 Sep. 2024
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Today, political affiliation is the most significant determinant of this us-them division, research shows.Joshua Coleman and Will Johnson, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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Amid the numerical murk, though, there is a bottom line: The single most important determinant of a good education is a good teacher.Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Topper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topper. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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