as in clincher
something (as a fact or argument) that is decisive or overwhelming
the crusher was that we would be out of town that weekend in any event
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The clincher was recruiting German stage designer Florian Wieder, who has been behind events including Eurovision, WrestleMania and Adele’s residency in Munich last summer.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2025 -
Mazin stressed the importance of processing Season 2, Episode 2’s horrific clincher with patience.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2025
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The coup de grace is a 60 minute relaxing massage followed by a natural mood-boosting HigherDose red-light mask.—
Rona Berg,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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But then Abby delivered the coup de grace, stabbing him with the fire iron.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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According to police, speed and driving under the influence were determined to not be factors in the collision.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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The researchers suggested a biological basis (underlying physical, neurological, or genetic factors) for any association.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
10 May 2025
Noun
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Make Sandwiches Serve chicken in buns with toppers and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. Makes 4 sandwiches.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2025
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From suits to corsets to unique toppers, the wedding world is now offering beautiful pieces to fit every bridal style.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
11 Apr. 2025
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Watkins and the Trojans were supposed to be the capper to a dazzling second round — one that featured overtime barn-burners between Kentucky and Kansas State and then Maryland and Alabama.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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As this trilogy capper's title suggests, attempts at peace between apes and humans have failed miserably.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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However, the true impact of human behavior in data projects is often ignored—despite being a critical determinant of success or failure.—
Nino Letteriello,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Our programming is focused not just on the instance of pregnancy but on the whole person — addressing the social determinants of health that significantly influence pregnancy, birth, and parenting experiences.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Crusher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crusher. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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