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
Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
My packing list consisted of heavy sweaters and boots for the winter weather.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
And for music lovers, the Sony ULT Field 5 is now 24% off, packing rugged durability, long battery life, and bass-rich sound that keeps outdoor hangouts alive.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Following the September 4 live eviction, in which the not-so-beloved Mickey Lee was sent packing, the live feeds went dark for nearly two days.
—Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
My packing list consisted of heavy sweaters and boots for the winter weather.
—Michael Jerome Plunkett
september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
Baltimore Ravens The Ravens were sent packing early in the postseason despite Lamar Jackson having an MVP-worthy season and the team going 12-5.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025
And for music lovers, the Sony ULT Field 5 is now 24% off, packing rugged durability, long battery life, and bass-rich sound that keeps outdoor hangouts alive.
—Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for packing
Verb
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Our cheese filling includes part-skim mozzarella and ricotta cheese.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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In fiscal year 2024, 19 states reported filling all slots in the Conrad 30 program, according to data collected by 3RNET, a nonprofit that connects health professionals with jobs in rural areas.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In digital services, apply the same scrutiny to login friction, loading messages, or chatbot delays.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Masters says that taking care of small chores, such as taking out the trash, loading the dishwasher, and emptying the fridge of your own food, shows respect for the host, their belongings, and their home.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Utah authorities released photos of the person of interest in the shooting on Thursday in which the individual can be seen on steps while carrying a black backpack and wearing a shirt with what appeared to be an American flag print on it.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Where other presentations emphasize nondescript techno music and straight-size models, Antonoff and Alexsandra showcased their designs through a who's who of celebrities, sporting their new looks while carrying shelter dogs available for adoption.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The linen gets softer with every wash, too, and the interior 100% polyester fill won’t shift or bunch up.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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Get your fill for a limited time.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The prototype was also powered by a laptop-like charger, though the promo video clearly has other ideas about that, and shows the Master X plugging itself into an outdoor charger or rolling over a wireless charging pad for a top-up.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Sep. 2025
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Allow the toaster oven to fully dry before plugging it back in.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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SUVs with government tags pull up, hauling a boat emblazoned with US Department of Interior branding.—
Wesley Bruer,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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But there have still been high-profile rail bridge collapses like the one in Montana two years ago that sent a train hauling petroleum products into the Yellowstone River, sending tar balls downstream that had to be cleaned up.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The shorter the ingredient list, the less room there is for unnecessary additives like stabilizers, sweeteners, or fillers that diminish the natural nutrition of the peanuts themselves.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
10 Sep. 2025
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Pair it with purple-black flowers for a Halloween scene or tuck dusty miller into containers as a vibrant filler.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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CitizenShipper connects pet owners with drivers who specialize in transporting animals.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Since early this year, driverless trucks have been transporting frack sands in the Permian Basin.—
Richard Bishop,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Packing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packing. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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