showstopper
Example Sentences
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Goldsberry smartly went in a more modest folk-gospel direction for this operatic showstopper from “Carousel.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
While it is undoubtedly a showstopper, it is not without contradictions and there was criticism that it was not a representation of "real" Scotland.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
They are also quite the showstopper in an elaborate brunch spread.
From Salon ● May 10, 2026
Right now, the biggest showstopper is arguably a trophy-like wall festooned with 400 dire wolf skulls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
I always thought love was about the showstopper moments.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
