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
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
To rinse the cube, either hold it under cool running water or refill the basin with clean water and repeat the same swishing action to rinse the detergent out of the packing cube.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
Eve Chen, USA Today, 9 June 2025
Consumers must focus on reducing unnecessary plastics through reuse and refill systems, supporting companies committed to genuine sustainability, and demanding greater transparency and accountability.
—Dianne Plummer, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Noun
The feeder also has a detachable reservoir for easy cleanup and refilling, too.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
To rinse the cube, either hold it under cool running water or refill the basin with clean water and repeat the same swishing action to rinse the detergent out of the packing cube.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
Verb
There are also deals like Drinks of the Day and the Beer Mug Savings package, which, for a one-time $15.25 fee, gets you 21-ounce beer refills for the price of 16 ounces.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 9 June 2025
Consumers must focus on reducing unnecessary plastics through reuse and refill systems, supporting companies committed to genuine sustainability, and demanding greater transparency and accountability.
—Dianne Plummer, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refill
Noun
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This will include school supplies and household essentials from Amazon Basics (starting at $3) and summer fashion from Amazon Essentials (starting at $12).—
Shelby Slade,
AZCentral.com,
6 July 2025
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Energy operators had to cut off electricity to customers — because supply couldn’t meet the growing energy demand — for 21 hours as a measure to prevent larger-scale blackouts.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
6 July 2025
Verb
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That type of haul could be enough to bring the Red Sox back to the table with the Giants to replenish their farm system after several high-profile promotions, or to land some trade chips that get flipped into another deal for Boston.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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Perfect for days on which you’re surrounded by that dry airplane air, these convenient packets help replenish fluids and deliver immune-boosting vitamin C.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2025
Noun
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The park also includes the Pond House, a playscape and spray pad for kids, a fitness circuit, trails, an Olympic size pool and picnic areas.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
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To follow this year’s Esports World Cup with a $60 million prize pool on the line and season two of the series, visit the Esports World Cup website.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
Verb
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Not bad for a squad that has quickly reloaded after a disappointing 2024-25 season that followed an NBA Finals run and the surprise trade of Luka Doncic.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Hartford Courant The coach got his rest and rejuvenation, spent some time in Greece in May, and quickly reloaded the Huskies.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Does buying a single company's stock usually provide a safer return than buying a stock mutual fund?—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Morgan Stanley highlighted five stocks that have plenty of upside, according to the investment bank's analysts.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Noble, who was appointed commander of the MSP last September, said that he’s refreshed the agency’s command staff, including a new deputy superintendent and division commanders.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
2 July 2025
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Private-label lines, many of which are made in China, refresh every few months, so retailers like Macy's and Nordstrom feel higher landed costs sooner, according to Bettadapura.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
2 July 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 bases were loaded in the bottom of the inning with one out, and the Huskies were up to bat.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Using Bellinger there allowed Boone to load up the lineup with left-handed bats against Mets right-hander Frankie Montas.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
5 July 2025
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“Refill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refill. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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