show-stopping
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Just as she remained a constant presence during her 70 years on the throne, so did the show-stopping hats and bright coats of her public appearances, and the tweeds, tartans and headscarves of her off-duty look.
From BBC
In July, Yungblud went viral online with a show-stopping rendition of “Changes” at the Back to the Beginning festival in England, where Ozzy Osbourne reunited with the rest of Black Sabbath for a farewell performance just days before Osbourne’s death of a heart attack at age 76.
From Los Angeles Times
But the game was filled with show-stopping plays and records and hard working athletes.
From Salon
Frankenstein-like, she springs back to life for a show-stopping, floor rattling version of Bad Romance, that feels both cathartic and celebratory.
From BBC
"From show-stopping classical music, to world-class contemporary art, and unexpected immersive performances - it's all happening at the Southbank Centre next year."
From BBC
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