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showstopper

shows·top·per

rare

noun

1.

an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down

Synonyms
2.

something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal

  • “she has a show-stopper of a smile”
  • “the brilliant orange flowers against the green foliage were a showstopper”
Synonyms

Origin

From show + stopper.

Phrases

  • deal breaker

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Broader terms

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