top off

phrasal verb

topped off; topping off; tops off

: 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.

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.

Examples of top off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The androgynous, disfigured Marc Bolan glam rock vibe was topped off with powdered makeup inspired by Bob Dylan. —

Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 7 Aug. 2024 In his gold casket, Fakir lay serene in a pink suit and purple paisley tie, a pair of violet-shaded glasses topping off the look. —

Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 1 Aug. 2024 The Diver Atoll is topped off with the option of either a sporty white rubber strap or a chic white alligator leather strap, so the model can easily be dressed up or down from a day on the water to a night out dancing. —

Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 30 July 2024 Nate Home by Nate Berkus All-Season Cotton Comforter Set To top off your new sheets, try this all-season comforter that comes with two matching pillow shams. —

Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 20 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for top off

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