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as in loads
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
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as in packs
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 fulfills
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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as in fillings
soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something
we ripped the tag off years ago, so we have no idea what the fill in that pillow is
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Recent Examples of fills
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Bryant said that's where faith, for many, fills a gap.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Overseeding improves lawn health, fills bare spots, and helps prevent pests and diseases.
—David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
Now the same amount fills just half her tank.
—Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 2 Apr. 2026
The video looks nothing like the content that fills YouTube today.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Your plan will include an initial treatment that installs bait stations and fills cracks.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This curved gaming monitor has a curvature of 100R, which fills your peripheral vision and keeps you immersed within your playing sessions.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
The Balboa swivel chair from Pottery Barn is almost completely customizable in order to best suit your space with three sizes—petite, standard, and grand—two cushion fills, and dozens of upholstery materials and colors.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Featuring incoherent lyrics accompanied by experimental guitar riffs and hardcore drum fills, it was recorded in San Antonio without the Matthews brothers, reportedly because of a physical altercation between the brothers and Haynes.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Some hotels also outfit their bedscapes with down-alternative pillows, which mirror the feel of a classic down feather pillow with hypoallergenic fills that are just as soft and supportive for all sleep styles—from back sleepers to stomach sleepers.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Platinum requires 12 regular fills or six premium fills in the same timeframe.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
The average American over age 65 fills or refills an average of 32 prescriptions per year, with 20% taking more than 10 unique medications per year.
—Ryan N. Hansen, STAT, 5 Feb. 2026
Drummer Stuart Springthorpe is the secret co-MVP of Watching, keeping its molasses-slow time and inserting infrequent but always impactful tom-heavy fills into the album’s surfeit of negative space.
—Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 17 Jan. 2026
Insulation still matters at this price point—some coats use down while others rely on high-performing synthetic fills that are often easier (and cheaper) to maintain.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils.
—K.j.s. “sunny” Anand, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
Breakfast and lunch are reserved for hotel guests and club members, while dinner is open to all (and fills up fast so book a table in advance).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Bryant said that's where faith, for many, fills a gap.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Overseeding improves lawn health, fills bare spots, and helps prevent pests and diseases.
—David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
Now the same amount fills just half her tank.
—Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 2 Apr. 2026
The video looks nothing like the content that fills YouTube today.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Your plan will include an initial treatment that installs bait stations and fills cracks.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This curved gaming monitor has a curvature of 100R, which fills your peripheral vision and keeps you immersed within your playing sessions.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
The Balboa swivel chair from Pottery Barn is almost completely customizable in order to best suit your space with three sizes—petite, standard, and grand—two cushion fills, and dozens of upholstery materials and colors.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Another relatively new replacement, Ethan Baechtold (in the band since 2023), offered the brooding low end on bass to round Wednesday's sound, while Alan Miller delivered heavy fills and heart-racing builds on drums.
—Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Featuring incoherent lyrics accompanied by experimental guitar riffs and hardcore drum fills, it was recorded in San Antonio without the Matthews brothers, reportedly because of a physical altercation between the brothers and Haynes.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Some hotels also outfit their bedscapes with down-alternative pillows, which mirror the feel of a classic down feather pillow with hypoallergenic fills that are just as soft and supportive for all sleep styles—from back sleepers to stomach sleepers.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Platinum requires 12 regular fills or six premium fills in the same timeframe.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
The average American over age 65 fills or refills an average of 32 prescriptions per year, with 20% taking more than 10 unique medications per year.
—Ryan N. Hansen, STAT, 5 Feb. 2026
Drummer Stuart Springthorpe is the secret co-MVP of Watching, keeping its molasses-slow time and inserting infrequent but always impactful tom-heavy fills into the album’s surfeit of negative space.
—Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 17 Jan. 2026
Insulation still matters at this price point—some coats use down while others rely on high-performing synthetic fills that are often easier (and cheaper) to maintain.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils.
—K.j.s. “sunny” Anand, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fills
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Sometimes a quiz page loads slowly, and completing quizzes requires excessive clicking.—
Jill Duffy,
PC Magazine,
30 Mar. 2026
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This app generates a virtual computer, which then loads a computer operating system such as Microsoft’s flagship.—
Dwight Silverman,
Houston Chronicle,
28 Mar. 2026
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Greek yogurt packs 10 to 20 grams per serving, and a 3-ounce chicken breast provides 26 grams.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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After-dark travel also fulfills the growing demand for novel adventures, because these days, a pristine night sky is especially rare.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
16 Mar. 2026
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Libra September 23 – October 22 What sort of art fulfils your soul?—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Many feature fancy fillings such as pistachio cream, hazelnut spreads or layered textures — a style popularized by the viral Dubai chocolate trend — that combines smooth chocolate with crispier elements such as shredded phyllo dough.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Wrapping sweet and savory fillings inside their lefse, Angeline and John Riley will focus on breakfast and lunch at the brick-and-mortar.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2026
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Director Allan Deberton crams much story and characterization in those opening frames.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
24 Feb. 2026
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Instead, the show crams everything into a space that can't hold it, culminating in this past third season that exploded with too much of practically everything.—
Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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For older systems, travelers can purchase additional accessories like AirFly, which plugs into the headphone jack and connects to wireless headphones via Bluetooth.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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Her lending company plugs those sorts of details — student transcripts and internship experiences, for example— into an algorithm that determines the likelihood applicants will complete college, get a job and make enough money to pay back the loan.—
James Pollard,
Fortune,
28 Nov. 2025
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For those partial to a glaze, a drizzle of maple syrup at the end satisfies anyone who loves a sweet finish.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2026
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After several critiques by WNBA hoopers in recent seasons regarding revenue share, the league finally decided to split earnings with its players — but not at the percentage that satisfies those players.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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The ribs and the brisket are the stars of the show, and the Ultimate BBQ Combo Sandwich stuffs a long hoagie roll with brisket, sausage, and pulled pork plus bacon, Cheddar, and pickles.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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Kinney lovingly stuffs the view of the boat’s cabin and upper deck with props and details that reward the eye.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Fills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fills. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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