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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Take the tops off your ornaments, then paste the pattern piece onto each ornament with Mod Podge or a homemade paste.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025
Her all red fit topped off with her blonde bob and nothing short of perfect makeup.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 15 Dec. 2025
Randolph topped off her ceremony and reception dresses with Betsey Johnson slingback heels adorned with pearls and glitter.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
The afternoon highs also will be cooler, topping off in the mid-70s on Thursday and Friday, with no rain expected, Hinton said.
—Miami Herald, 11 Dec. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2025
Her all red fit topped off with her blonde bob and nothing short of perfect makeup.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 15 Dec. 2025
Randolph topped off her ceremony and reception dresses with Betsey Johnson slingback heels adorned with pearls and glitter.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
The afternoon highs also will be cooler, topping off in the mid-70s on Thursday and Friday, with no rain expected, Hinton said.
—Miami Herald, 11 Dec. 2025
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“Top off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20off. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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