filling (up)

present participle of fill (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for filling (up)
Verb
  • By infusing rubber-like elastomers with ferromagnetic particles, the researchers 3D-printed an ultra-thin magnetic film that can be attached to origami structures.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Across almost 20 novels, the British author spun fantastical tales with unsentimental wit, infusing his work with darkly morbid humor, blithe child endangerment, rotten and antagonistic adults, and a willingness to occasionally laugh at the misfortune of others.
    Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In the final step, Rag & Bone overdyes the garments, saturating pieces to add depths of tone and contrast.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Set the pot in a shallow pool of water so the soil will absorb water over a few hours, saturating the potting media.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Cooper’s grasp of the material is unerring, imbuing it with a sweetness that’s never cloying, a generosity of spirit that’s never unearned.
    David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2025
  • According to a China State Council directive, the country is aiming for AI adoption to reach 70% of the population by 2027 by imbuing various agents and other applications across core industries.
    Jaures Yip, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Filling (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filling%20%28up%29. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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