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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Featuring a patent effect, her black gown was embellished with sequins and included a peplum waistline topped off with floral appliqués.
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Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Feb. 2025
Styled by Jason Bolden her look was topped off by exquisite gemstone earrings and white heels.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 Feb. 2025
Of course, accessories such as sunglasses, sandals and swimwear, top off the collection.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
That's all topped off with a smoking cinnamon stick.
—Megan Stringer, Axios, 10 Feb. 2025
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Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Feb. 2025
Styled by Jason Bolden her look was topped off by exquisite gemstone earrings and white heels.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 Feb. 2025
Of course, accessories such as sunglasses, sandals and swimwear, top off the collection.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 12 Feb. 2025
That's all topped off with a smoking cinnamon stick.
—Megan Stringer, Axios, 10 Feb. 2025
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“Top off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20off. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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