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Recent Examples of empties
The vacuum detects dirt, auto-refills its tank, empties dust, and reacts to and avoids obstacles.
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PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
The researchers also modeled gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach empties more slowly, often due to diabetes or viral infections.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Each bottling of Gorovka, cut to 55% ABV, only partially empties the puncheon after which the barrel is topped up with fresh spirit.
—Don Tse, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The boat ramp, which also serves as a fishing pier, sits close to a part of the river that empties out into the Long Island Sound.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2025
PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
The researchers also modeled gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach empties more slowly, often due to diabetes or viral infections.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Each bottling of Gorovka, cut to 55% ABV, only partially empties the puncheon after which the barrel is topped up with fresh spirit.
—Don Tse, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The boat ramp, which also serves as a fishing pier, sits close to a part of the river that empties out into the Long Island Sound.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for empties
Verb
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Efficiency clears the noise; leadership creates connection.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Auston Matthews clears $20 million once again, but the Maple Leafs star is set to lose his hockey earnings crown soon—which might actually be a good sign for a sport still waiting for a financial breakthrough.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Most indoor plants are watered from the top until the water drains from the pot through the drainage holes.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
9 Oct. 2025
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Watch for when the sun hits different sections of your garden, how water drains after a heavy rain, and what critters (large and small) like to stop by for a visit.—
Mike Irvine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The wipes have a triple emollient formula that gently cleans dirt and makeup from your face, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready for bed.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Its spray and scrub function cleans tough stains, especially unwanted pet accidents.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Thus, the issue is a stalemate that could continue until Newsom vacates his office 16 months hence.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Zhang vacates the title having defended the crown three times in her second championship run.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Empties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empties. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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