toppers

Definition of toppersnext
plural of topper
as in factors
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 toppers Peeps also lend themselves to DIY projects — cupcake toppers, spring table centerpieces, seasonal s’mores. Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026 Molly’s mom also collected bride-and-groom cake toppers from various eras, displaying them in a cabinet. Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2026 Pickup truck campers and camping toppers have been growing lighter and lighter through smart, compact design, but few approach the featheriness of the Thaircamper. New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026 Cashews and almonds are versatile additions to many dishes, serving as creamy bases, mix-ins for baked goods, salad toppers, or as nutritious snacks. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026 Bedspreads, coverlets, and quilt sets serve as decorative toppers and handy all-season layers. Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 The brand, best known for their clip-in and halo extensions, also makes human-hair Remy toppers in more than a dozen colors. Marci Robin, Allure, 4 Feb. 2026 Also, not all mattress toppers and memory foam mattresses are safe to use with a heating pad. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2026 Finished pieces can be used as party decorations, bookmarks, or gift toppers. Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toppers
Noun
  • This disparity is driven by inadequate access to prenatal care, high hypertension rates and other social factors.
    Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
  • That slightly sweet sap is packed with natural moisturizing factors—like amino acids, PCA, and hyaluronic acid—that keep skin hydrated and balanced.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • But regulation losses … those are the crushers.
    Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 14 Dec. 2025
  • Beijing's stockpiling Chinese processors of raw soybeans, also known as crushers, pig farmers and feed producers have built up inventories that exceed typical levels, while state reserves have added further cushion.
    Anniek Bao, CNBC, 17 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • But unlike other series cappers, Last Rites didn’t try to be a summation of every demonic threat the duo has ever encountered, instead opting for another familial story by way of 1986’s Smurl haunting in Pennsylvania.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Daytona will always be big, as will championship clinchers.
    Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Manager Rob Thomson punctuated the Phillies' postseason clinchers over the years with a call-and-response in the clubhouse, asking Realmuto how many more wins were needed to win the World Series.
    CBS News, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026

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“Toppers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toppers. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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