1
as in stacking
to lay or throw on top of one another
piled all the clothes on the chair before putting them away
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2
as in crowding
to gather into a closely packed group
the kids piled into the car
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Recent Examples of piling
Raj Dhiman, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
The window to stash Reed has opened with the dynamic playmaker possibly returning by the end of the month, and injuries piling up on the offensive side of the ball for Green Bay.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
As the government shutdown nears its second month, airports across the country are feeling its impact, with flight delays piling up because of staffing shortages.
—Christian Orozco, NBC news, 4 Nov. 2025
My friends played their parts, crowing over the buffet, piling their plates with sliders and wings, shouting at the television.
—Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
But with the two-time NFL MVP back in the lineup, the Ravens looked much more like themselves, piling up 338 yards of offense, 229 coming in the second half.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
Yuanta Securties’ data shows foreign institutions drove early gains late last year by piling into large-cap tech names, but local institutions and individuals have since stepped in aggressively to sustain momentum.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, stock markets are performing well this year, with indexes reaching all-time highs, in part the result of retail investors piling into buzzy companies and investment fads.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
Jamaican vacation resorts stockpile supplies ahead of hurricane Jamaican vacation resorts are preparing for Hurricane Melissa by stock piling supplies and handing them out to hotel staff and guests.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
Downstream, late launches miss peak consumer interest, hurting full-price sell-through and piling up excess inventory.
—Raj Dhiman, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
The window to stash Reed has opened with the dynamic playmaker possibly returning by the end of the month, and injuries piling up on the offensive side of the ball for Green Bay.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
As the government shutdown nears its second month, airports across the country are feeling its impact, with flight delays piling up because of staffing shortages.
—Christian Orozco, NBC news, 4 Nov. 2025
My friends played their parts, crowing over the buffet, piling their plates with sliders and wings, shouting at the television.
—Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
But with the two-time NFL MVP back in the lineup, the Ravens looked much more like themselves, piling up 338 yards of offense, 229 coming in the second half.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
Yuanta Securties’ data shows foreign institutions drove early gains late last year by piling into large-cap tech names, but local institutions and individuals have since stepped in aggressively to sustain momentum.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, stock markets are performing well this year, with indexes reaching all-time highs, in part the result of retail investors piling into buzzy companies and investment fads.
—Angelica Ang, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
Jamaican vacation resorts stockpile supplies ahead of hurricane Jamaican vacation resorts are preparing for Hurricane Melissa by stock piling supplies and handing them out to hotel staff and guests.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for piling
Noun
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When firefighters arrived at the scene, multiple cars and piles of rubbish were on fire.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Three decades on, Martin is invited to Ben’s lavish birthday party at the Fitzmaurice’s country pile, but Martin fears that the publicity of Ben’s bid for Conservative leader will dredge up the secrets of their past with tragic consequences.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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With that in mind, consider stacking charms, unique metals, different chain weights, mixing stones, and even materials when layering pieces in your collection (or shopping for new styles).—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
31 Oct. 2025
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Deco Brothers Stackable Can Rack Organizer Canned foods are essential in every pantry, but stacking cans on top of each other can be a recipe for disaster when heavy cans topple over (especially for your toes).—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This approach is meant to reduce crowding and prevent day-of travel surprises.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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That approach is meant to reduce crowding and prevent day-of-travel surprises.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Instead of huddling around benches at bus stops with modest coverings above, the first Metro Express passengers waited at fully sheltered platforms at hangar-like BRT stations.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
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After that whiplash start, Fleck tried to regroup his team during the quarter break, huddling up not only the defense that was on the field, but his offense and special teams players along the sideline.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Piling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piling. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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