Synonyms of files

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verb (1)

present tense third-person singular of file

as in rubs

to make smooth by friction

beautifully filed nails that obviously had been done by a manicurist

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rubs
• sands
• polishes
• grinds
• rasps
• buffs
• scrapes
• sharpens
• planes
• hones
• smooths
• edges
• glosses
• scours
• dresses
• shines
• sandblasts
• burnishes
• whets
• regrinds
• strops

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• coarsens
• roughens
• roughs (up)
• scuffs

files

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verb (2)

present tense third-person singular of file

as in marches

to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group

to the strains of that familiar music, this year's graduating class filed into the auditorium

Synonyms & Similar Words

• marches
• strides
• steps
• paces
• parades
• stamps
• treads
• goose-steps
• perambulates
• stomps
• hikes
• traipses
• tramps
• trudges
• lumbers
• plods

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• wanders
• strolls
• meanders
• rambles
• ambles

files

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noun

plural of file

as in queues

a series of persons or things arranged one behind another

a long file of people waiting to get tickets to the game

Synonyms & Similar Words

• queues
• columns
• lines
• strings
• rows
• trains
• ranges
• cues
• ranks
• sequences
• chains
• arrays
• tiers
• echelons
• progressions
• successions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of files

Verb

The beloved character files a claim that the Acme corporation — the fictional company that sells the faulty products prominently seen in Looney Tunes cartoons — is purposefully selling bad products to Coyote in his efforts to catch Roadrunner. — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

If the prosecution files a motion for summary disposition, the presiding judge — Hippler, in Kohberger’s case — will likely schedule a hearing. — Alex Brizee july 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026

The company, which files an annual report in Sweden under the name Eriksson Bros AB, has yet to release its most recent disclosure. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 30 July 2026

Many code enforcement violations can go unnoticed until someone files a complaint. — James Taylor, CBS News, 30 July 2026

To receive a waiver, a taxpayer files Form 5329 with his or her income tax return. — Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Police chief files formal complaint The letter, sent by Madel to Kao on April 1, became publicly known Tuesday and the Pioneer Press obtained a copy. — Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 29 July 2026

Instead, the money will be split among everyone who files a valid claim. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 29 July 2026

The Department of Justice has said repeatedly since the disclosure of the Epstein files that there are no credible allegations or evidence that would lead to new federal criminal investigations. — Lauren Peller, ABC News, 23 July 2026

Noun

Clients of John Minnella may retrieve files by calling the State Bar at [phone]. — Julie Sharp, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026

The subpoena seeks QueerDoc's personnel files, billing documents, communications with drug manufacturers and records of patients who were prescribed puberty blockers or hormone therapy, among other information, according to the 9th Circuit decision. — ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026

Commentators spent hours before each broadcast hunting through fragmented files for athlete stats and career histories. — Ruba Borno, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026

This removes much of the friction that’s often involved with editing 360 files – assuming the algorithmic choices match your creative intent. — New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2026

In defending himself against Emily Moreno’s claims, Miller released a trove of files as a record of his defense against her claims. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 13 Aug. 2026

Simpler files, like a W-2 borrower with straightforward income, can close in as little as 11 to 20 days, according to Rathbun. — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026

Instead of storing messages inside files, the agents used directory names themselves to carry information. — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Tillis had also pressed Blanche to meet with Epstein survivors amid scrutiny of the Justice Department’s handling of the files. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026