as in supply
a second or later filling of something
The restaurant advertised free refills of soda. prescription refills
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Recent Examples of refill
ProPublica, 28 July 2025
But in many parts of the Plains today, that balance is not held; the aquifer, which would take six thousand years to refill, is projected to be more than two-thirds empty within the next fifty years.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 July 2025
Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 15 July 2025
Several hospitals across the country, including Children's National, complied with the executive order and suspended care, halting prescriptions, refills and medication administration for transgender minors.
—Arkansas Online, 19 July 2025
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Noun
Many of those aquifers took millions of years to form and might take thousands of years to refill.
—ProPublica, 28 July 2025
But in many parts of the Plains today, that balance is not held; the aquifer, which would take six thousand years to refill, is projected to be more than two-thirds empty within the next fifty years.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 23 July 2025
Verb
Ensuring patients return for frequent testing and refills is also challenging — as is simply remembering to take them daily.
—Lisa Jarvis, Twin Cities, 15 July 2025
Several hospitals across the country, including Children's National, complied with the executive order and suspended care, halting prescriptions, refills and medication administration for transgender minors.
—Arkansas Online, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refill
Noun
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Educators say setting a good tone at the beginning of the year isn't just about having the right school supplies.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
22 Aug. 2025
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The city stressed the buildings’ hot or cold water supply were not affected by the outbreak, meaning people in the buildings could safely drink water, bathe, shower, cook, and use air conditioners.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Morgan Stanley's China team recently raised its iPhone builds estimate for September by 8%, saying iPhone sales were stronger than expected in the June quarter, which means supply will need to be replenished.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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Among one of their tools, Sylvia said, were portable 6,000-gallon water tanks capable of replenishing tenders that can hold up to 4,000 gallons.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The gourmet kitchen opens up to a spacious living room, which flows effortlessly through disappearing sliding glass doors out to the resort-style outdoor kitchen, patio and pool.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The 93 lofts, suites, and rooms offer views of either the canal or the serene private garden, while the Guerlain spa features a sauna, steam room, and garden-facing pool for unwinding between treatments.—
Siobhan Reid,
Vogue,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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What's more, testing revealed that one hydrogel blob could be reloaded at least five different times, demonstrating its reusability.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Aug. 2025
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Looking to reload their infield and return to the playoffs, the Astros attempted to acquire Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals this past offseason.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Target’s stock has seen a considerable decline since the start of 2025.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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Customers were so upset, in fact, that the chain saw an almost $10 drop in stock value over the course of one day.—
Jordan Green,
The Tennessean,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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After refreshing the app, all of the Labubu blind boxes that were previously available for order had sold out. What is a Labubu? Labubu is a doll based on a monster created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, featuring a large head, sharp teeth and prominent eyes.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Design Essentials’ Scalp & Skin Care Scalp Cleansing Serum is a quick, mess-free way to refresh your scalp—no water needed.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While inter-island flights are available, consider the time spent checking in and out of hotels, getting back and forth to the airport, the possibility of flight delays, and the need to pack and repack.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Dec. 2024
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Depending on availability, guests may even be able to remain in the same cabin—removing the need to repack and completely changing the experience of disembarkation day.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
23 Sep. 2024
Verb
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The result, a strikeout with the bases loaded, was the continuation of a $17 million gamble that has gone bust.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The metrics changes also erect some dissuasion to loading up a schedule with cupcake opponents.—
Blake Toppmeyer,
USA TODAY,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Refill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refill. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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