1
as in to load
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
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2
as in to plug
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
before starting to paint, fill all the cracks with putty
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as in to fulfill
to do what is required by the terms of
orders received by this date will be filled in time for Christmas delivery of the merchandise
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Recent Examples of fill
Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
In sharp contrast to that visual, Neil is surrounded by narrow cupboards with books filling shelves and floral curtains giving the room a soft air.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 17 June 2026
Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Finally solved that hard-to-fill spot?
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 June 2026
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Verb
The brand’s latest collection, filled with juicy colored one-pieces, bikinis that evoke a sunset, and a smattering of striped designs doesn’t stray too far from Lido’s Venetian roots.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
In sharp contrast to that visual, Neil is surrounded by narrow cupboards with books filling shelves and floral curtains giving the room a soft air.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 17 June 2026
Noun
Then, use your scrubbing brush to wipe down the tank walls, taking care not to disturb the internal parts like the fill valve and flush valve.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Finally solved that hard-to-fill spot?
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fill
Verb
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Still, 20 minutes before the shooting started, Payton walked back to his car parked at 10th and J to pick up his Glock 19 handgun, loaded with an 18-round clip.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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The duo then wheels the mower down the walkway and loads it onto their trailer before taking off.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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And because there’s no plug-and-play model, this process repeats with every new partner.—
Jess Turner,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The Patriots had held possession in the overtime period since the initial draw control, but the tenacious Notre Dame Academy defense was plugging gaps exceptionally well.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
Verb
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The operators of Sakura Market hope to fulfill the numerous grocery and dining needs of people downtown.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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Making savings while fulfilling our mission means a doubly difficult time for everyone.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
Noun
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In a major win for reuse, at the end of 2024 the Food and Drug Administration issued new guidance giving health departments, businesses, individuals and reuse service providers a clear path to switch to reusable containers for hot and cold food and beverages regardless of who does the filling.—
Kelley Dennings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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Unlike the baked version many McDonald's fans have become familiar with over the years, the original recipe is known for its golden, crunchy exterior and warm cinnamon apple filling.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Prosecutors said Sit and Liu were packed and ready to flee when officers arrested them in June 2025.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The schedule is packed, especially considering the game is played at a faster pace than even a decade ago.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Seattle had one last chance to seal a win as Hiedeman came down the court with just over 11 seconds left.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Gio Reyna had an incredible goal using the outside of his foot in the 79th minute to seal the victory.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Unlike Magazine Dreams, the modest but satisfying Test avoids the lurid descent into violent psychodrama that swerved into hallucinatory Taxi Driver territory and undercut that film’s integrity.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2026
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Each season is a slow burn that builds episode by episode into an absorbing, satisfying whole.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Noun
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Luckily, this pair from Sidefeel takes things to another level as they’re made from a stretchy cotton blend that’ll all but secure their spot as a go-to on your summer packing list.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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Don’t be fooled by its plentiful packing space; the Cuyana style is still (somehow) compact and easy to tuck under your seat or in an overhead compartment.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
10 June 2026
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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