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.

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Though baby Jack was not pictured in these photos, the mogul still opted for a hefty carryall, topping off her look with The Row’s Pim Leather Tote Bag. —

Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 1 Feb. 2025 One timepiece on offer—also on display at the house’s Blue Book high jewelry reveal in Beverly Hills last year—features a flying tourbillon topped off with a diamond and surrounded by a turquoise dial carved to look like clouds. —

Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2025 Finish the bouquet by topping off the vase with the floral filler, tissue paper, and personalized card. —

Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2025 Silver statement earrings topped off her sleek look. —

Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for top off