Show-stopper

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of showstopper. alt-of, alternative

    "From budget-friendly stocking-fillers to main present show-stoppers, put these on your list…"

  2. 2
    something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal wordnet
  3. 3
    an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down wordnet

Example

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"From budget-friendly stocking-fillers to main present show-stoppers, put these on your list…"

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