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as in fills
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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as in loads
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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as in backpacks
a soft-sided case designed for carrying belongings especially on the back
part of basic training is becoming accustomed to taking very long hikes with an 80-pound pack
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as in tons
a considerable amount
it took a pack of courage to stand up before that crowd and tell the truth
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as in bunches
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
had run with a pack of hot-rodders when he was in high school
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Recent Examples of packs
Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 24 Feb. 2026
Formerly a beacon of relative calm among his hometown’s more gonzo street rappers, the Flint upstart packs his latest album with more jokes, quirks, and personality than ever before.
—Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
This one weighs only 15 grams, packs flat, and contains several over-the-counter medications for common travel illnesses or injuries.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
Though not a comforter, this three-piece quilt set packs a similar cloud-like comfort thanks to its 100 percent cotton material that is light as a feather, wicks away moisture, and feels smooth to the touch.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The question packs more punch than ever since the stock-market collapse boosted the Democrats' chances to take the White House.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
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.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
Two slices of Ezekiel bread contain 150 milligrams of sodium, while the same serving of white bread packs 268 milligrams.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Levito, the 2024 world silver medalist, is the classic balletic skater who packs a humorous punch behind her teenage smile.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Feb. 2026
The previously unreported recall involves replacing modules in the high-voltage battery packs of the compact SUV, a crucial model in Volvo's push to compete with cheaper Chinese brands.
—Marie Mannes, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
The crowd erupted as Brady posed for photos, signed autographs and ripped packs alongside stunned fans.
—Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 23 Feb. 2026
Cross-country skiers, heaving and snotting, look like packs of unusually fit travellers, perhaps chasing down a warm meal to curb the fatal chill of a long winter.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2026
Don’t forget to pack sunscreen (single-use packs or a sunscreen stick can be handy for throwing in a bag or pocket) and apply it throughout the day.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
And, Ralph’s Coffee is also a stylish pre-flight pit stop, with the usual coffee and sweet snack offering as well as packs of take-home roasted beans.
—Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
Seeds can be sown in small pots or cell packs.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Verb
That item has the same sized beef patties as the Big Arch Burger and packs 740 calories.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 24 Feb. 2026
Formerly a beacon of relative calm among his hometown’s more gonzo street rappers, the Flint upstart packs his latest album with more jokes, quirks, and personality than ever before.
—Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
This one weighs only 15 grams, packs flat, and contains several over-the-counter medications for common travel illnesses or injuries.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
Though not a comforter, this three-piece quilt set packs a similar cloud-like comfort thanks to its 100 percent cotton material that is light as a feather, wicks away moisture, and feels smooth to the touch.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The question packs more punch than ever since the stock-market collapse boosted the Democrats' chances to take the White House.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
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.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
Two slices of Ezekiel bread contain 150 milligrams of sodium, while the same serving of white bread packs 268 milligrams.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Levito, the 2024 world silver medalist, is the classic balletic skater who packs a humorous punch behind her teenage smile.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Noun
The simplicity in design could reduce the complexity of electric vehicle battery packs.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Feb. 2026
The previously unreported recall involves replacing modules in the high-voltage battery packs of the compact SUV, a crucial model in Volvo's push to compete with cheaper Chinese brands.
—Marie Mannes, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
The crowd erupted as Brady posed for photos, signed autographs and ripped packs alongside stunned fans.
—Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 23 Feb. 2026
Cross-country skiers, heaving and snotting, look like packs of unusually fit travellers, perhaps chasing down a warm meal to curb the fatal chill of a long winter.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2026
Don’t forget to pack sunscreen (single-use packs or a sunscreen stick can be handy for throwing in a bag or pocket) and apply it throughout the day.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
And, Ralph’s Coffee is also a stylish pre-flight pit stop, with the usual coffee and sweet snack offering as well as packs of take-home roasted beans.
—Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
Seeds can be sown in small pots or cell packs.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for packs
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The temperature also drops, wild animals transition to their nocturnal routines and stillness fills the air.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
23 Feb. 2026
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As spring blooms, the festive spirit of Easter fills the air, combining whimsical traditions with heartfelt celebrations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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Now, five courts — whose case loads range from several hundred to over 40,000 — have just one permanent judge.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2026
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Frahm loads the bases walking Powell but strikes out Kowalewski.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Feb. 2026
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Spencer is charged with second-degree murder, which in Arkansas carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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When Tim was involved in a serious accident in 2021, the community rallied to keep the tearoom’s doors open, an act of kindness Jan still carries with her.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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To travel smarter and safer on your next trip, keep scrolling to shop seven crossbody bags and backpacks that pickpockets are no match for.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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Stephanie Anderson, the mother of two SPPS students, helped set up a food pantry at her son’s school, where kids can fill their backpacks with groceries on their way home.—
Nick Woltman,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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Court officials explained that pain compliance pressure points target sensitive nerve bundles.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Back then kale was only available in bundles, if at all.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
23 Feb. 2026
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At the 127,000-square-foot facility, upward of 275,000 tons of material are expected to be recycled per year.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2026
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After the Cold War ended, storage basins attached to the K reactors were reused to hold about 2,300 tons of highly radioactive spent nuclear fuel underwater.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Rorry Portable Wireless Charger Save yourself the trouble of a dead phone with this compact Rorry portable charger, which plugs directly into your phone—no cables needed.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Dec. 2025
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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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Rapisura-Pardo stuffs a jalapeno half with a creamy crawfish filling, wraps it in a spring roll wrapper and fries until golden.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Tramon Mark scores 21 points, Matas Vokietaitis (22 points) tops 20 points for the first time in SEC play, and Dailyn Swain stuffs the stat sheet with 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Packs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packs. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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