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
Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
All rooms, regardless of category, are equipped with an espresso machine, minibar filled with local treats, and sustainable bath products made in Costa Rica.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
Saatva relies on lyocell fill to give their box quilted down alternative comforter an authentic feel of goose down.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Meanwhile, Illinois now has a big hole to fill with the departure of its leading scorer, along with backcourt mate Kylan Boswell, who is out of eligibility.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
All rooms, regardless of category, are equipped with an espresso machine, minibar filled with local treats, and sustainable bath products made in Costa Rica.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Made from 100% cotton, the fabric feels breathable and comfortable for year-round use, and stitching ensures the fill stays evenly distributed for all-night warmth.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
Saatva relies on lyocell fill to give their box quilted down alternative comforter an authentic feel of goose down.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fill
Verb
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Domínguez struck out Cedric Mullins, but the Rays then loaded the bases with a single, a walk and a batter getting hit by a pitch.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Jakob Junis was charged with three runs in 1 1/3 innings after Jacob Latz entered with the bases loaded and gave up Kurtz's double.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The three compartment sink was plugged with towels instead of drain plugs.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 10,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Lemon would be an excellent plug-and-play receiver who would elevate the rest of the Jets offense, including Wilson.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Kuruc committed last month to UIC, solidifying her future plans and fulfilling a longtime goal to follow in Dwyer’s shoes and play Division I soccer.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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But multiple sources said those talks repeatedly stalled over demands that Hamas agree to disarm before Israel has fulfilled its phase one commitments.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2026
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Besides buttercream frosting, they can be filled with lemon curd, jam, or other creative fillings.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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The fiber in blended fruit is less filling than whole fruit, which can lead to quicker blood sugar processing.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The brand’s archive section is packed with best-sellers, including comfy pants, trendy jackets, and designer-quality handbags.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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Back then, Kennedy was constantly fending off accusations from Protestant ecclesiastic types who were wary that his nomination meant the pontiff, John XXIII, was already packing his bags for a move into the White House.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Add ice, then seal tightly and shake until the glass turns frosty.—
Martha Stewart,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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Democrats need to flip 14 Republican seats to seal a majority in the 150-member chamber.—
Austin Bureau,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Apr. 2026
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If Lowery takes just a little bit too long to get to the main event, the getting there is still satisfying enough thanks to his stars and their exceptional chemistry.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
14 Apr. 2026
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Two decades on, Christopher Nolan's cinematic magic trick still satisfies.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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For most of us traveling for a beach weekend or a casual escape, this set of eight compression packing cubes gets the job done.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
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The New Museum has a packing-tape problem.—
Sukjong Hong,
Curbed,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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