as in factor
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 topper
Burnett deliberately stayed away from the trend of pairing veteran artists with a raft of current pop chart toppers to appeal to the broadest possible audience.
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Melinda Newman, Billboard, 10 Jan. 2025
Bridal tiaras may be less popular than in decades past, but the new guard of regal toppers is designed (and destined) to command attention.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
An owl flew down a family’s chimney and became their new Christmas tree topper.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 23 Dec. 2024
The best bedding and bath items, including Turkish towels, a fluffy mattress topper, and fresh sheets, are up to 78 percent off.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Melinda Newman, Billboard, 10 Jan. 2025
Bridal tiaras may be less popular than in decades past, but the new guard of regal toppers is designed (and destined) to command attention.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
An owl flew down a family’s chimney and became their new Christmas tree topper.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 23 Dec. 2024
The best bedding and bath items, including Turkish towels, a fluffy mattress topper, and fresh sheets, are up to 78 percent off.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topper
Noun
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Most immigrants without legal status in the state, about 2.4 million people, have resided here for more than a decade, a factor that distinguishes California from other parts of the country.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Consultants McKinsey found that 49% of the respondents in Europe cited price as the primary factor in choosing a transport mode.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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That was seen in wins over Tampa Bay, Las Vegas twice, Atlanta, Cleveland, and in the Week 18 playoff clincher in Denver’s romp over Kansas City backups.—
Kyle Newman,
The Denver Post,
13 Jan. 2025
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The clincher can, fittingly, from the Vikings’ defense.—
Kevin Cusick,
Twin Cities,
9 Jan. 2025
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The nighttime experience is best for catching truly astonishing glimpses of the clear night skies, including planets, constellations, and the Milky Way—a perfect capper to your trip to Jackson Hole.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
6 Jan. 2025
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Though the final does not count toward league standings for either team, Milwaukee’s championship run puts a capper on an impressive early season turnaround.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC News,
18 Dec. 2024
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Losing Syria, the only other nation-state in the axis other than Iran, may be the coup de grace.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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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
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The incident raises questions about a rise in teen homicides and the social determinants of health that impact youth violence.—
Rachel Hale,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
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According to Gallup, needs from the workplace are shifting, with work-life balance, compensation and remote flexibility becoming increasingly important determinants of what employees want from work.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Topper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topper. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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