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
Kelson chooses performance, and turns out a showstopper that director Nia DaCosta renders in golden glory.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2026
Think: a sandwich from Subway or Jersey Mike’s with Zab’s hot sauce, Ayoh mayo, Bachan’s barbecue sauce or Mike’s Hot Honey added by consumers as the showstopper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
I always thought love was about the showstopper moments.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
