centerpiece
noun
cen·ter·piece
ˈsen-tər-ˌpēs 
ˈse-nər-
Examples of centerpiece in a Sentence
resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations
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The centerpiece of the Anemone group is a stunning necklace with sculptural gold accents and diamonds, and three unenhanced rubies totaling nearly 5 carats — sourced from Mozambique.
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
The Middleburg Film Festival, in advance of its 13th edition set to run October 16 – 19, has announced both its opening night and centerpiece films, as well as its first crop of 2025 honorees, exclusively to IndieWire.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2025
This altar honors the equilibrium of light and dark, offering both a symbolic centerpiece and a grounding daily ritual.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2025
In that light, regulatory and tax strategies, which are already centerpieces of the Administration’s policy agenda, merit being pursued vigorously.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
The Middleburg Film Festival, in advance of its 13th edition set to run October 16 – 19, has announced both its opening night and centerpiece films, as well as its first crop of 2025 honorees, exclusively to IndieWire.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2025
This altar honors the equilibrium of light and dark, offering both a symbolic centerpiece and a grounding daily ritual.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2025
In that light, regulatory and tax strategies, which are already centerpieces of the Administration’s policy agenda, merit being pursued vigorously.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for centerpiece
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“Centerpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centerpiece. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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centerpiece
noun
cen·ter·piece
ˈsent-ər-ˌpēs
: a piece put in the center of something and especially a decoration (as flowers) for the center of a table
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