as in factors
something (as a fact or argument) that is decisive or overwhelming
there are lots of good reasons we can't go to the concert, but the fact that the tickets are all sold out is the topper
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Recent Examples of toppers
Milligan's design essentially rolls a wedge-style body similar to those common on pickup camping toppers like those from Go Fast Camper or Catapult AV into a hinged, lift-up tonneau.
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New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026
Mattresses, box springs, futons, mattress toppers, sofa beds, and air mattresses can’t be accepted over concerns of bedbug infestations, hygiene, and allergens.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026
For a twist on the traditional toppers (and to hint what's inside), garnish with apple slivers.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Other common chia seed pudding toppers include fruit, nuts, seeds, nut butters, and granola.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 27 Dec. 2025
Michaels has multiple ideas for turning your Christmas tree into a New Year’s tree that everyone will love, using ornaments, tree toppers, and more.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
Not just famous ones, or chart toppers.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
Along with Zas, and the CNNers, fellow WBD toppers Casey Bloys, Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy, and Channing Dungey were in the room too.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Zinus also offers mattress toppers, bamboo bed frames, and plenty of seating.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toppers
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The reason behind this movement was a complex combination of the shifting need for resources, population pressures and external political factors.—
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Common Mistakes To Avoid in Muscle Building While increasing protein intake is important for muscle protein synthesis and overall muscle health, other factors are also involved in muscle growth.—
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But regulation losses … those are the crushers.—
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Beijing's stockpiling Chinese processors of raw soybeans, also known as crushers, pig farmers and feed producers have built up inventories that exceed typical levels, while state reserves have added further cushion.—
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But unlike other series cappers, Last Rites didn’t try to be a summation of every demonic threat the duo has ever encountered, instead opting for another familial story by way of 1986’s Smurl haunting in Pennsylvania.—
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Four games, all of them potential Division Series clinchers … on the same day?—
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“Toppers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toppers. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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