English · Phrasal verb Attested

top out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To reach one's highest point.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Đạt đến điểm cao nhất

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Where it’s used: Used American English

With her 390 V-8 spinning at redline, she tops out at 130 miles per hour.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To quit one's career during a period of success.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Rời nghề khi đang thành công

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To complete the construction of a tall building, originally by putting on a "topping-out" course.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Hoàn thành xây dựng tòa nhà cao

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “top out” mean?

To reach one's highest point.

Is “top out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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