as in filled
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible
bins brimming with coffee beans from a wide array of tropical localities
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as in filling
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
he brimmed the glass with milk, and now I'm sure to spill it
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Recent Examples of brimming
Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025
Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
The book is part self-help book, with facts about the perimenopause and menopause transition; part memoir; part practical workbook with tools and resources; and part humor book, brimming with Sanders’ raw and authentic comedic style.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
The liquid is brimming with marmalade and tobacco spice—elements that are elongated when sipped slowly at room temperature.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
At breakfast, expect a buffet brimming with French patisserie, cold cuts, and healthy homemade granola, build-your-own juices, and eggs made to order from the à la carte menu.
—Sarah Leigh Bannerman, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Jan. 2026
Windstar president Chris Prelog was brimming with excitement about Star Seeker, calling it the smoothest delivery of his 25-year career.
—Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
The Blind Owl is extremely dense, brimming with metaphors and ciphers and symbols.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
Hernandez joins a farm system brimming with talent from Latin America.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
That is until Charlie is abducted by aliens and returns spry, brimming with superpowers, including the ability to talk, and becomes an overnight sensation.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Exhausting, exhilarating softball in which to spend my body’s force—that in the morning—then in the afternoon, the brimming, hearty stew of family life.
—Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
The shop is brimming with all kinds of items, ranging from soap, kids toys, stationary, candles, and bath salts, to pottery, jewelry, crystals, housewares, and home goods.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
The book is part self-help book, with facts about the perimenopause and menopause transition; part memoir; part practical workbook with tools and resources; and part humor book, brimming with Sanders’ raw and authentic comedic style.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
The liquid is brimming with marmalade and tobacco spice—elements that are elongated when sipped slowly at room temperature.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
At breakfast, expect a buffet brimming with French patisserie, cold cuts, and healthy homemade granola, build-your-own juices, and eggs made to order from the à la carte menu.
—Sarah Leigh Bannerman, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Jan. 2026
Windstar president Chris Prelog was brimming with excitement about Star Seeker, calling it the smoothest delivery of his 25-year career.
—Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
The Blind Owl is extremely dense, brimming with metaphors and ciphers and symbols.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
Hernandez joins a farm system brimming with talent from Latin America.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
That is until Charlie is abducted by aliens and returns spry, brimming with superpowers, including the ability to talk, and becomes an overnight sensation.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brimming
Adjective
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The new system allows citations to be transmitted electronically and enter the court records system pre-filled.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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This comforter is pre-filled and designed to be two inches wider than standard sizes for an extra-plush feel and complete bed coverage.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Since bursting on the scene as a 17-year-old phenom at the 2002 Winter Games, the now 41-year-old has cemented her legacy as one of the best Alpine skiers of all time.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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That has Puerto Ricans bursting with anticipation — and pride.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Instead, opt for wall hangings, artwork, a fun wall color, or wallpaper to add a little flair to your kitchen space without filling your counters with unnecessary things.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
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Gen Z is increasingly following older generations in filling these spaces.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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While Olympians in Milan walked into a packed stadium with flashing lights and thumping techno music played by a DJ at a turntable that looked like ice, the mountain ceremonies took place through the streets.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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The riffs of a country band trickled from a packed club and into the parking lot, a rock’s throw from Alabama’s hulking college football stadium.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The café is spacious and softly buzzing, with quiet conversations carrying over from distant tables.—
Pau Mosquera,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Tomato pie, buzzing with Pecorino and oregano, is also a must-order.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The collection features 10,000 cards after the 1st edition sold out, with a lucky fan packing the one-of-one card live at the RAF05 fan zone reserved opening.—
Bradenton Herald Staff Reports,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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Before every visit, my mom always consults me for packing tips on what to wear.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Under the current appropriations, a full statewide implementation was not feasible.—
Raynee Howell,
Oklahoma Watch,
9 Feb. 2026
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That plate represents a full day of eating, not every meal, Mokari said.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The workshop was a leather Pouch, bulging with what a child can win.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The younger Pearl does not stalk the sideline drenched in sweat, veins bulging from his neck and spittle flying at every questionable call.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Brimming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brimming. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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