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
Plus, common violet leaves and blooms are edible and make intriguing salad toppers for anyone who’s interested in backyard foraging.
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Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
Wide release indies rounded out box office toppers at 8th, 9th and 10th place, according to Comscore, all in week 2.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 10 May 2026
Princess Eugenie donned one of her over-the-top head toppers as Queen Elizabeth waved on.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Sandwich Upgrades Our testers loved reaching for these condiments and toppers to really up their sandwich game.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
On March 19, street toppers were removed from the street.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Your Mattress Strip Bedding and Wash on Hot Start by removing all bedding — sheets, pillowcases, mattress protectors and any toppers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Pre-Prepared Salad Toppers Pre-prepared salad toppers are available in grocery stores now too.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
As with toppers, the mattress industry has significantly evolved from the days of wooden bases.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
Wide release indies rounded out box office toppers at 8th, 9th and 10th place, according to Comscore, all in week 2.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 10 May 2026
Princess Eugenie donned one of her over-the-top head toppers as Queen Elizabeth waved on.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Sandwich Upgrades Our testers loved reaching for these condiments and toppers to really up their sandwich game.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
On March 19, street toppers were removed from the street.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
Your Mattress Strip Bedding and Wash on Hot Start by removing all bedding — sheets, pillowcases, mattress protectors and any toppers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Pre-Prepared Salad Toppers Pre-prepared salad toppers are available in grocery stores now too.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
As with toppers, the mattress industry has significantly evolved from the days of wooden bases.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toppers
Noun
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Of all the factors that could sway Giannis, with all due respect to Bam, the respect element likely is not at the top of the list.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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Eligibility depends on factors like employment status, retirement, and financial independence, and applicants must also hold a long-term stay visa.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
Noun
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But regulation losses … those are the crushers.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
14 Dec. 2025
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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
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There is a high probability that following the team regularly will lead to securing tickets via ballots — but only the top cappers have guarantees.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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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
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Daytona will always be big, as will championship clinchers.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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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 17 May. 2026.
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