as in clincher
something (as a fact or argument) that is decisive or overwhelming
the crusher was that we would be out of town that weekend in any event
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Noun
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Here’s the clincher: a 5-month battery life on a single charge means fewer recharges and more peace of mind.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Jan. 2025 -
Andy Pettitte won five World Series and was clutch in clinchers.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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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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His health will be a big factor in how far Los Angeles can go the rest of the season, playing alongside star guard Luka Doncic.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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What actually helps your nails grow? Dr. Spearman emphasizes that nutrition, hydration, proper care, and minimizing damage are key factors in promoting nail growth.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2025
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Some toppers are a combination casing/topper to address two needs at once.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Tempur-Pedic mattress topper: on sale for $341.49 Original price: $599 This three-inch memory foam king mattress topper uses the same pressure-relieving Tempur material found in Tempur-Pedic mattresses.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
12 Feb. 2025
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For Chappell Roan, this is going to be the capper to an amazing year.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
2 Feb. 2025
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Putting the capper on 2025 While the majority of the top recruits in 2025 have already signed, Washington State continues to finalize its class under new head coach Jimmy Rogers.—
Jon Wilner,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In 2020 when Covid was still a major determinant regarding indoor get-togethers, our family regularly met outside on our deck.—
Sheriff Ahmed,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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There may be some exceptions in activities like extreme long-distance swimming, where the determinants of performance are more complex.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside Online,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Crusher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crusher. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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