crusher

noun

Definition of crushernext
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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  1. clincher
  2. coup de grace
  3. factor
  4. topper
  5. capper
  6. determinant
Noun
  • The clincher is that the market bottomed on December 6, 1974.
    Brian Domitrovic, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The Browns’ final two drives ended in interceptions, a pick-6 and clincher by linebacker Cody Barton.
    Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of clincher
Noun
  • 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
Definition of coup de grace
Noun
  • However, with more people coming into contact and working together than ever, one factor can still present a significant barrier: language.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Here are a few factors to consider when shopping: Types of vitamin C Vitamin C comes in a nearly endless variety of forms, but ascorbic acid, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is the gold standard of vitamin C for its stability and efficacy.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of factor
Noun
  • For an eye-catching finish, consider an oversized bow as a statement tree topper, or layer multiple bows for a bold appearance.
    Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Instead of a topper, there’s a glowing Cartier logo fastened in the middle.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of topper
Noun
  • More News: Former Raiders Head Coach Arrested for Drunk Driving This season-ending injury is the capper to a bad run for Minshew Minshew.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
  • And then, last and certainly not the least, this memorable capper (14 points, 10 assists and six rebounds) that led to his tying Anthony for second place on the program’s all-time list in gold medals.
    Sam Amick, The Athletic, 10 Aug. 2024
Definition of capper
Noun
  • Some of the determinants that sway decision making include: the value of civil and criminal fines, the enforcement of the violations, and the net present value of payoffs for accepting bribes.
    Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Request Reprint Permissions Download Article From the recalibration of military strategy to the reconstitution of diplomacy, artificial intelligence will become a key determinant of order in the world.
    Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
Definition of determinant
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