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or coup de grace
as in determinant
something (as a fact or argument) that is decisive or overwhelming
the prosecutor presented his coupe de grâce—a videotape of the beating
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Recent Examples of coup de grâce
The coup de grace is a 60 minute relaxing massage followed by a natural mood-boosting HigherDose red-light mask.
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Rona Berg, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But then Abby delivered the coup de grace, stabbing him with the fire iron.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The coup de grace for Mansour, first reported in the Chicago Sun-Times, came in November.
—John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Losing Syria, the only other nation-state in the axis other than Iran, may be the coup de grace.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The coup de grace for Mansour, first reported in the Chicago Sun-Times, came in November.
—John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Losing Syria, the only other nation-state in the axis other than Iran, may be the coup de grace.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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
The campaign’s coup de grace was a 270-inflatable dragon coiled around the Empire State Building.
—Todd Longwell, Variety, 25 Sep. 2024
Rona Berg, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But then Abby delivered the coup de grace, stabbing him with the fire iron.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The coup de grace for Mansour, first reported in the Chicago Sun-Times, came in November.
—John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Losing Syria, the only other nation-state in the axis other than Iran, may be the coup de grace.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The coup de grace for Mansour, first reported in the Chicago Sun-Times, came in November.
—John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2025
Losing Syria, the only other nation-state in the axis other than Iran, may be the coup de grace.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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
The campaign’s coup de grace was a 270-inflatable dragon coiled around the Empire State Building.
—Todd Longwell, Variety, 25 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup de grâce
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
Noun
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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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What to look for in a quality bike tire Tube vs. tubeless Most modern bike tires are clinchers, meaning they’re constructed with an outer tire component and an inner tube that fit together.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 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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“Coup de grâce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup%20de%20gr%C3%A2ce. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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