unfilled

adjective

un·​filled ˌən-ˈfild How to pronounce unfilled (audio)
Synonyms of unfillednext
: not filled
an unfilled bottle
unfilled spaces
a vacancy left unfilled
an unfilled order

Examples of unfilled in a Sentence

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Las Vegas has depth at the edge, making the Auburn product an interesting pick considering needs like offensive line, defensive tackle and wide receiver are still unfilled. Sam Warren, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026 Spraberry will also bring his executive assistant to his new role, leaving two police department roles unfilled. Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026 Collectively, 3 out of every 10 seats in the district are unfilled. Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026 Since October of last year, the agency has lost more than 1,500 agents, and these unfilled positions have severely hindered operational capacity at a critical moment. La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unfilled

Word History

First Known Use

1584, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unfilled was in 1584

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“Unfilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfilled. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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