Examples of showstopper in a Sentence

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Recent Examples on the Web An ombre look is sure to be a showstopper for one of the events on your social calendar. — Essence, 23 June 2022 But sandwiched between those time-and-space-traveling lewks was the real showstopper: a barely-there, rococo-style one-sleeve number paired with some starry pinstripe black trousers. — Leah Greenblatt, EW.com, 4 Apr. 2022 Fresh seafood is celebrated with an extensive raw bar selection (the shellfish tower is a showstopper), steam kettles (think, New England clam chowder) and more classic cooked fish entrees (like, striped sea bass and wild salmon). — Anna Haines, Forbes, 2 June 2022 Princess Leia has been an awesome hero in almost every decade starting with the '70s, but this look, from 1983's Return of the Jedi, will always be a showstopper. — Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping, 11 May 2022 Red carpet co-host Vanessa Hudgens went with a smokey eye and bedazzling earrings, but the real showstopper was her up-do—an intricate bun of Hidden Crown extensions interwoven with shimmering strings. — Anna Haines, Forbes, 3 May 2022 In fact, with a touch of embellishment, like the sleeve and belt details on the taupe suit that Sophie, Countess of Wessex for to Prince William and Kate's wedding, an understated color can be a real showstopper. — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 19 Mar. 2022 Everything from the gardens to the Alster Tower are elaborate and photo-worthy, but, of course, the island's six-story castle is the real showstopper. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2022 Pitch Perfect star Rebel Wilson turned head with one of her most showstopper looks yet. — Katherine Tinsley, Good Housekeeping, 19 Mar. 2022 See More

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