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to tip off
[phrase form: tip]
01
предупредить, проинформировать
to discreetly share important information or advice with someone to help them take action or avoid a problem
Example
The spy needed to tip off headquarters about the enemy 's plans.
Let 's tip off the boss about the potential issues with the project.
He did n't want to tip off his competitors about the new product launch.
02
начать, подкинуть мяч
(in basketball) to start the game by throwing the ball into the air between two opposing players
Example
The center players tip off to begin the first quarter.
The center players tipped off to begin the first quarter.
The game will tip off at 7 PM sharp.
03
передать сигнал, начать
(of a sports match) to start
Example
As soon as the signal was given, the cricket match tipped off with the bowler 's delivery.
Fans were excited as the championship match was about to tip off.
They were nervous but ready when the final game of the season tipped off.
04
опустошить, наклонить
to empty a container of liquor by tilting it and drinking until it is completely consumed
Example
In the old tavern, patrons would often tip off their mugs of ale to quench their thirst.
At the party, they tipped off the bottle of champagne to celebrate.
After a long day, he tipped off his glass of whiskey and finished it in one go.
Пример
The spy needed to tip off headquarters about the enemy's plans.
Let's tip off the boss about the potential issues with the project.
He didn't want to tip off his competitors about the new product launch.
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