1
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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1
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
Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
The chicken, now cut up into small pieces at the lunch hour, soaks up the broth and packs an even more flavorful punch.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Seattle also has won nine straight road games and packs a defense that should be the difference here.
—Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
The giftable set packs a one-two punch with the help of the brand’s Super Fade Discoloration Serum and Super Fade Discoloration Moisturizer.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
This one's delightfully balanced (like the Force should be) and packs a punch while looking unlike anything else in the franchise.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The loose fit is perfect for layering, too, and packs down surprisingly well.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
The formula packs emollients like shea and murumuru seed butters to condition dry lips, as well as vegan waxes that smooth uneven texture and lock in moisture for hours.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2025
Starring Melissa Joan Hart, Sabrina the Teenage Witch packs the laughs with a supernatural twist.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Automotive battery makers are developing packs capable of over 800 kilometers per charge, with higher power density and reduced weight.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Helm’s valley, though it is being grazed by herds, hunted across by packs and stooped upon from above, seems a bit – dull.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
The American automaker says that models equipped with larger battery packs are capable of over 300 miles of driving range.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
Backcountry has discounted thousands of clothing items for both men and women, as well as adventure accessories like ski goggles and hydration packs.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2025
Five were on a plastic container with packs of almonds.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Variety packs from Hershey — maker of Reese's, KitKats and Heath bars — are up about 22%, while Mars, the company behind M&M's and Milky Way, raised prices about 12%, according to the Century Foundation, a progressive, independent think tank, and the Groundwork Collaborative.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Officials from Arevon, an Arizona company that owns the facility, said 4 of 84 Tesla battery packs at the site burned.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
The chicken, now cut up into small pieces at the lunch hour, soaks up the broth and packs an even more flavorful punch.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Seattle also has won nine straight road games and packs a defense that should be the difference here.
—Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
The giftable set packs a one-two punch with the help of the brand’s Super Fade Discoloration Serum and Super Fade Discoloration Moisturizer.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
This one's delightfully balanced (like the Force should be) and packs a punch while looking unlike anything else in the franchise.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2025
The loose fit is perfect for layering, too, and packs down surprisingly well.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
The formula packs emollients like shea and murumuru seed butters to condition dry lips, as well as vegan waxes that smooth uneven texture and lock in moisture for hours.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2025
Starring Melissa Joan Hart, Sabrina the Teenage Witch packs the laughs with a supernatural twist.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
The CFOs surveyed, however, tend to focus on tactical tasks, such as diligence packs, audit-ready financials.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Automotive battery makers are developing packs capable of over 800 kilometers per charge, with higher power density and reduced weight.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Helm’s valley, though it is being grazed by herds, hunted across by packs and stooped upon from above, seems a bit – dull.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
The American automaker says that models equipped with larger battery packs are capable of over 300 miles of driving range.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
Backcountry has discounted thousands of clothing items for both men and women, as well as adventure accessories like ski goggles and hydration packs.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2025
Five were on a plastic container with packs of almonds.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Variety packs from Hershey — maker of Reese's, KitKats and Heath bars — are up about 22%, while Mars, the company behind M&M's and Milky Way, raised prices about 12%, according to the Century Foundation, a progressive, independent think tank, and the Groundwork Collaborative.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Officials from Arevon, an Arizona company that owns the facility, said 4 of 84 Tesla battery packs at the site burned.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for packs
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Each character has their own specialized sequences for these moments, and can go a step further once their synergy meter fills, allowing two fighters to do a special team-up that’s also customized to each individual pairing.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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Capacity is limited, and fills up fast.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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AIAssistWorks loads into common apps like Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 Oct. 2025
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Alexandra Shapiro and Brian Steel are in the cafeteria having a chat as the latter loads up on valuable potassium via a morning banana.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
3 Oct. 2025
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The only thing that carries any water is making up something to attack Gretchen.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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Freedom of speech carries a responsibility to exercise it in a manner that respects the safety and rights of others.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Coach Outlet is stocked with buttery-soft leather backpacks, stylish crossbody bags, and even small accessories, such as pocket-friendly card cases and sturdy luggage tags, all of which are up to 70 percent off their retail price.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Police said two sought individuals in connection with the break-in appear to be male and were last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, black sneakers, a neon construction vest, a white construction hat, eye protective wear and were seen carrying black backpacks.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Learn more about what HBO Max offers, including pricing, catalog and special deals and bundles here.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
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Furthermore, during high seasons, like Valentine’s Day, platforms are creating special bundles with products like vibrators and chocolates to highlight the offering.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Sleeper will have tons of ways to make picks and build entries for the World Series.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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The head of the World Food Program in Cuba, Etienne Labande, said 617 tons of rice, beans and cooking oil were ready for distribution on the island.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When Jonah plugs his drive into the server, the drones immediately lock onto him.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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The closest Grocery Outlets are in Point Loma and Mira Mesa, so this location plugs a gap for San Diego’s central coastal neighborhoods.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Oct. 2025
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In Neil Jordan’s underrated romance, Farrell plays Syracuse, a fisherman and divorced dad who one day hauls up a mysterious woman out of the water.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
30 Oct. 2025
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Henry is surprised by the reaction of the crowd, which hauls him outside to drown him in the well for sticking his nose in clan matters.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Packs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packs. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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