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
Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Below, Annie fills us in on what went wrong with the Kele tribe, her relationship and alliance with Alex, and what her top 3 desert island albums are.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 2 Oct. 2025
Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the brand, the bourbon was distilled in 2014 and 2015, initially aged in new charred oak, and then transferred to first-fill and second-fill port barrels for a total of up to three years of secondary maturation.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Our top picks will fill any space with seasonal spirit and help prep for fall gatherings.
—Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Below, Annie fills us in on what went wrong with the Kele tribe, her relationship and alliance with Alex, and what her top 3 desert island albums are.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
That cooperation starts with a second layer of pressure that requires the other two forwards to take away passing options and fill gaps.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the brand, the bourbon was distilled in 2014 and 2015, initially aged in new charred oak, and then transferred to first-fill and second-fill port barrels for a total of up to three years of secondary maturation.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
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There would be no replay of that 2022 failure, which featured the same inning (sixth), the same jam (bases loaded) and the same long walk (for John Schneider to pull Gausman).—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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During testing, Screambox titles loaded quickly.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Oct. 2025
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This lunation might highlight what you’ve been hustling for since March — where the financial wins are real and where leaks still need plugging.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
5 Oct. 2025
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They’re plugged into networks that carry influence and can accelerate advancement in business and career.—
Sarah Maokosy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The state is yet to fulfill that request.—
Rachel Wegner,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Here is the new trailer for Last Days, director Justin Lin‘s feature based on the true story of Chau (Sky Yang), who embarks on a journey to fulfill his life’s mission.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2025
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While first batch bakes, repeat process with remaining pastry sheet, filling, egg mixture, and Cheddar cheese.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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It’s known for its pizza bread with a pizza sauce, pepperoni and cheese filling, selling more than 700 a day, VanLue said, at $6 each.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The fresh red bell peppers in this meal are packed with nutrients, especially vitamin C and A for the immune system and eye health.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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While the average cruise length is around seven days, short sailings can pack an entire vacation’s worth of fun into a mid-week getaway or long weekend.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Trim trees and install storm shutters, accordion shutters, and impact glass, and seal outside wall openings.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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The American fired a powerful backhand return winner to seal the victory, collapsing to the ground in delight.—
Frank Nunns O'Connell,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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If your travel wish list includes a new pair of walking shoes, a sleek luggage set, or compression packing cubes, now is the perfect time to start your shopping spree and save up to 76 percent.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Check In Pull back the packing material and check tubers every couple of weeks.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Nutribullet Ultra crams a 1200-watt motor into its rather slim casing; that’s double the wattage of the Nutribullet Pro blender that’s a step down.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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Use your backpack or your sleeping bag crammed into its compression sack beneath your forearms.—
Kate Pitts,
Outside,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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