1
as in chatting
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
a group of kids in the mall, gassing about their favorite music
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2
as in warming
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to give satisfaction to
a swinging jazz set that really gassed the crowd
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Recent Examples of gassing
Curry Barker is gassing up his chainsaw.
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Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
While drivers everywhere can’t help but notice how sharply pump prices have risen, the trouble on the farm goes beyond gassing up the F-150.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
While drivers everywhere can’t help but notice how sharply pump prices have risen, the trouble on the farm goes beyond gassing up the F-150.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The London-via-Paris jazz artist embraces her neo-soul leanings and experimental impulses on an EP that explores the pleasures and perils of gassing yourself up.
—Lily Goldberg, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
Remembering Selma Video footage of law enforcement beating and gassing marchers on Selma’s Edmund Pettus Bridge remains an iconic visual document of the Civil Rights Movement.
—Aniko Bodroghkozy, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, the Assad regime was bombing and gassing civilians.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Those picks would be better used in the service of gassing up the Raptors’ half-court offence, this team’s biggest weakness.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Leaving your car running while gassing up or getting coffee, police said, attracts car thieves.
—Joe Holden, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
While drivers everywhere can’t help but notice how sharply pump prices have risen, the trouble on the farm goes beyond gassing up the F-150.
—Chicago Tribune, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
While drivers everywhere can’t help but notice how sharply pump prices have risen, the trouble on the farm goes beyond gassing up the F-150.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
The London-via-Paris jazz artist embraces her neo-soul leanings and experimental impulses on an EP that explores the pleasures and perils of gassing yourself up.
—Lily Goldberg, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
Remembering Selma Video footage of law enforcement beating and gassing marchers on Selma’s Edmund Pettus Bridge remains an iconic visual document of the Civil Rights Movement.
—Aniko Bodroghkozy, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, the Assad regime was bombing and gassing civilians.
—Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Those picks would be better used in the service of gassing up the Raptors’ half-court offence, this team’s biggest weakness.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Leaving your car running while gassing up or getting coffee, police said, attracts car thieves.
—Joe Holden, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gassing
Verb
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Law Murray will be chatting live on our site for this one.—
Alex Kirshner,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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He could be seen chatting with his fellow inmates.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Muller tracked data centers’ electricity needs last year and found how much air pollution and additional planet-warming greenhouse gases local grids generated to supply that demand.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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April is a great time to plant many vegetables because the soil is warming and the risk of frost is almost gone.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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My issue is that over the years, my massage therapist has started talking to me more and more during the massage session and occasionally talks to me the entire session.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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To improve your sleep, the organization suggests minimizing disruptions before bed (yes, including screens) and talking to your doctor to solve any potential issues like sleep apnea.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There’s no satisfying answer to why Sasha climbed onto the pool.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
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Now, 30% of Maran’s current sales are refills, most of which are contained in photogenic, sensorially satisfying pouches.—
Kara McGrath,
Allure,
22 Apr. 2026
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Bassil notes that unlike large parties that might be dining out with the express purpose of conversing with each other, solo diners can offer the restaurant an opportunity to more deeply and directly engage with guests.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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In the pictures, Vrabel’s wedding band is visible on his left hand while conversing with Russini.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The rise of Bernie Sanders’ preferred Senate candidate in Michigan is frustrating moderates, delighting progressives, and testing the sway of Democratic leaders in a race that will likely determine the party’s shot at a Senate majority.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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This morning, Hargitay responded with the Outer Banks reference, delighting other commenters in the thread.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His smarts and willingness to do the dirty work are coach-pleasing qualities.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Lululemon's choice of Heidi O'Neill as CEO isn't pleasing everyone.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Shadows and strange sounds can set imaginations whirring—from the guttural roar of a hunting lion to the giggling calls of a feasting hyena pack.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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The bear could be seen feasting on the family's craft project on their back deck.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Gassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gassing. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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