tip off
The phrase 'tip off' can refer to giving confidential information or the start of a basketball game.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To give someone confidential information or a warning.
Example
- The police were able to arrest the suspect thanks to a tip off from an anonymous source.
- She tipped off her friend about the surprise party.
B1Basketball
(sports)To start a game by throwing the ball into the air between two players.
Example
- The game will tip off at 7 PM.
- The players were ready for the tip off.
Similar
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