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showstopper

UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑː.pɚ/

Translations

showstoppernoun
showstoppers
pl
UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑː.pɚ/
гвоздь программы
The magician's final trick was the showstopper of the evening.
Последний трюк фокусника был гвоздем программы вечера.
The lack of funding became a showstopper for the project.
Отсутствие финансирования стало препятствием для проекта.
Additional translations
сенсация
зрелище
Synonyms
spectacle
stunner
attraction
highlight
blockbuster
showstopperadjective
UK
/ˈʃəʊˌstɒp.ə/
US
/ˈʃoʊˌstɑːp.ɚ/
Often used attributively to describe something exceptionally impressive (e.g., "a showstopper dress")

Definitions

showstoppernoun
A performance or segment of a performance that is so impressive it receives prolonged applause from the audience.
The singer's rendition of the ballad was a real showstopper, earning her a standing ovation.
An obstacle or problem that prevents progress or makes it impossible to proceed.
The lack of funding became a showstopper for the project, halting all development.
A person or thing that is strikingly impressive or attractive.
The triple-layer cake was a showstopper at the wedding reception.
showstopperadjective
Exceptionally impressive or attention-grabbing.
She walked in wearing a showstopper red gown.
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