pièce de résistance

la pièce de résistance
A noun phrase is a group of words that acts like a noun in a sentence or phrase (e.g., un je ne sais quoi).
noun phrase
a. pièce de résistance
La cheffe en personne nous a servi la pièce de résistance.The chef herself served us the pièce de résistance.
b. main dish
La pièce de résistance est un filet de sole avec une vinaigrette à l’orange.The main dish is a sole fillet with an orange vinaigrette.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(main part)
a. pièce de résistance
La pièce de résistance de l’exposition est une toile de Gustave Courbet.The pièce de résistance of the exhibition is a painting by Gustave Courbet.
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