filling (up)

Definition of filling (up)next
present participle of fill (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for filling (up)
Verb
  • These small décor items are essential when outfitting a space and infusing it with a dollop of your own charisma, but too many tiny trinkets can lead to a cluttered feel fast, says interior designer Jennifer Pacca.
    Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Manuel Bonilla brings a contrasting energy as New Art, infusing the role with youthful optimism that plays against Old Art’s weariness.
    Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Avoid saturating the mattress — over-wetting is one of the most common mistakes people make, and excess moisture trapped inside the mattress can lead to mold growth, creating an entirely new allergen problem.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Avoid puddling or saturating the soil.
    David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Some brands are imbuing the ballet flat with sporty elements to boost appeal for the menswear customer.
    Jack Stanley, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
  • George Clooney, 'Syriana' (2006) Even with some extra weight and bushy facial hair, Clooney can't hide his talent for imbuing watchable humanity into a role.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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“Filling (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filling%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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