top off
phrasal verb
topped off; topping off; tops off
1
: to end (something) usually in an exciting or impressive way
We topped off dinner with dessert and coffee.
The victory tops off the coach's extremely successful career.
2
US
: to fill (something) completely with a liquid
I added a little more coffee to top off the mug.
He stopped at the gas station to top off the car's tank.
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This drink combines espresso vodka, vodka, house-made Demerara Syrup and Black Lodge Espresso, topped off with local espresso beans.
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Aly Walansky, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Undergraduate enrollment increased by 3.6% this fall semester, topping off at 1,734 students.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 1 Dec. 2024
His victory was topped off by a call from Glen Powell.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 25 Nov. 2024
Choose from nine shades, ranging from mahogany to pink lilac, or top off with the bronze glow option.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 19 Nov. 2024
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Aly Walansky, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Undergraduate enrollment increased by 3.6% this fall semester, topping off at 1,734 students.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 1 Dec. 2024
His victory was topped off by a call from Glen Powell.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 25 Nov. 2024
Choose from nine shades, ranging from mahogany to pink lilac, or top off with the bronze glow option.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Top off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20off. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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