as in doll
a physically attractive person
at the modeling agency everyone was a showstopper
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Recent Examples of showstopper
The six-minute ode feels like a separate production from the rest of the musical — a true showstopper.
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2025
There are showstoppers, like the Zaveri house (also known as the House with 365 Windows) which is now stained black with grit, its grand pilasters and geometric facade carvings in dire need of restoration, and the Teen Khuniya (or Three-Cornered House), with its distinctive triangular layout.
—Kalpana Sunder, CNN, 11 Mar. 2025
Feminine pleats, eye-catching cape sleeves, and a rosy shade of pink make this knee-length dress a showstopper on land or at sea.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025
The parlor level is a showstopper, featuring oak herringbone floors, a gorgeous black marble fireplace, and a chic chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line Miele, Wolf, and Sub-Zero appliances.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2025
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2025
There are showstoppers, like the Zaveri house (also known as the House with 365 Windows) which is now stained black with grit, its grand pilasters and geometric facade carvings in dire need of restoration, and the Teen Khuniya (or Three-Cornered House), with its distinctive triangular layout.
—Kalpana Sunder, CNN, 11 Mar. 2025
Feminine pleats, eye-catching cape sleeves, and a rosy shade of pink make this knee-length dress a showstopper on land or at sea.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025
The parlor level is a showstopper, featuring oak herringbone floors, a gorgeous black marble fireplace, and a chic chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line Miele, Wolf, and Sub-Zero appliances.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showstopper
Noun
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One of those promotions – bobbleheads of the stars – has become so popular that prices rise and fans line up for hours hoping to get inside before the supply of dolls disappears.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Television The creators of ‘Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie’ on remaking America’s doll just before #MeToo April 27, 2018 Nevins took a look at NFL players at the end of their careers.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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David Hockney is a good looker.—
Dodie Kazanjian,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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New battery technology aside, the keyboard is quite a looker.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PCMAG,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But don’t despair, my scarred and scarring lovelies.—
Matt Thompson,
Spin,
10 Sep. 2023
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Serve these layered lovelies in old-fashioned glasses to make the treat extra special.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 July 2023
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Wedding in the Tuscan Hills Was All About Food and Family By Shelby Wax The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week updates, culture reviews, and videos on Vogue.com.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
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Lisa Wore Literal Claws for Nails During Her Coachella Performance Hailey Bieber's New Nail Color Is Totally Unexpected Now, watch Rachel Zegler get ready: Follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The filmmakers ensure that viewers similar in age to the kids on screen get an eyeful of what those robotics gatherings are like for their contestants, who arrive from all over the globe.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
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Overall, Printemps New York is a multifaceted, visual eyeful, where the architecture and decor might overwhelm the merchandise for some.—
David Moin,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Out of the amusement of babes comes a perfect alternative to the current tariffs panic.—
Armond White,
National Review,
16 Apr. 2025
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Fortunately, more and more brands are catering to busty babes with super supportive and stylish bras that lift and flatter without compromising comfort.—
Andrea Jordan,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Customers want more chicken dishes, said Alyssa Buetikofer, McDonald's chief marketing and customer experience officer, in a news release.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Crisp skin gives way to a perfectly rosy center, and the dish finds its soulmate in Chateau Elan’s reserve Merlot—a round and juicy red with just enough tannin to balance the duck’s richness.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The war has raged for more than three years and cost the lives of tens of thousands of people on both sides.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Just weeks after creating a $50 million tax credit to help families pay for private school tuition and homeschooling, Idaho has shut down a program that helped tens of thousands of public school students pay for laptops, school supplies, tutoring and other educational expenses.—
Audrey Dutton,
Idaho Statesman,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Showstopper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showstopper. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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