1
as in plugging
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
carefully pack the food containers so we'll have as much as possible for the picnic
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2
as in loading
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
I had packed the suitcase so tightly that it wouldn't close
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3
as in carrying
to support and take from one place to another
remember to pack several changes of clothing
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4
as in bearing
to wear or have on one's person
a private detective packing a weapon
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Recent Examples of packing
ABC News, 16 June 2026
Layers are essential to any packing list, which is why Isaacs recommends putting this cashmere option in your suitcase.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 18 June 2026
That's a massive 54% price cut on an autonomous floor care system packing an auto-empty dock, 4,000Pa suction power, and advanced laser mapping navigation.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 18 June 2026
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Noun
Each silhouette is thoughtfully designed with unique features tailored to beauty and travel needs like separate packing compartments to keep products organized, palette storage for makeup, brush holders to protect bristles, travel mirrors, and removable pouches that double as chic clutches.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Layers are essential to any packing list, which is why Isaacs recommends putting this cashmere option in your suitcase.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Verb
The Transportation Security Administration is asking World Cup travelers to be conscious of their condiments when packing for their next flight.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 18 June 2026
That's a massive 54% price cut on an autonomous floor care system packing an auto-empty dock, 4,000Pa suction power, and advanced laser mapping navigation.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for packing
Noun
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In a major win for reuse, at the end of 2024 the Food and Drug Administration issued new guidance giving health departments, businesses, individuals and reuse service providers a clear path to switch to reusable containers for hot and cold food and beverages regardless of who does the filling.—
Kelley Dennings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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Unlike the baked version many McDonald's fans have become familiar with over the years, the original recipe is known for its golden, crunchy exterior and warm cinnamon apple filling.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Verb
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How the technologies work A battery EV is charged by plugging into the electricity grid.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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The Patriots had held possession in the overtime period since the initial draw control, but the tenacious Notre Dame Academy defense was plugging gaps exceptionally well.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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Charles Brooks admitted to retrieving and loading a handgun and chambering a round before trying to separate the two women, the news release stated.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
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The same rumors that started last summer about schools loading up on transfers are circulating again this summer.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The targeting led the Russians to use an alternative route, according to the Ukrainian military, with a large number of trucks carrying military supplies sent further west.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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So my whole upbringing was hiding and carrying this huge weight and secret.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
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The soft microfiber and down-alternative fill feel plush and are safe for those with allergies.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2026
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Pick up cooling pillows like these with a breathable bamboo cover and fluffy foam stuffing, or grab a lightweight quilt like this Laura Ashley option with a fill that will keep you warm without overheating.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Alternative disposal methods such as chipping or hauling landscape debris to a green waste facility can help reduce fire risk without open burning.—
Haley Parsley,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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The Indians had been hauling timber with him.—
Dolores Brown,
Outdoor Life,
17 June 2026
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Ubie Health warns that overeating gummies can mean extra sugar, calories and fillers, while under-dosing can blunt the strength and performance benefits people expect.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Fertilize with general-purpose products and pair dahlias with early-blooming fillers and spillers for vibrant container displays.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Helou said Blumenfield’s motion completes the loop by keeping food waste close to home, creating more local composting and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transporting waste outside of the city.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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For travelers transporting items that require extra security and declaration, durable, lockable luggage is essential.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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“Packing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packing. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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