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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The pop-up included all things Outer Banks — the characters’ surf shop, food inspired by the series and a concert topping off the event with performances by Jungle, Remi Wolf and Glorilla. Anaja I. Smith, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024 Cowboy boots, a leather jacket, hoop earrings and rectangular frames topped off Hadid’s look. Hannah Malach, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024 To top off their looks, Hailey carried a pitchfork and Jenner, a dog. Catherine Santino, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 With festive season in full swing, this fabulous footwear find will top off any of her looks with a fashion flare. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for top off 

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“Top off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20off. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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