refilling

Definition of refillingnext
present participle of refill

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for refilling
Verb
  • The agency suggests having emergency supplies in homes and cars, checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replenishing fuel for cars and heating sources.
    Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Instead of piling on actives, this creamy serum focuses on replenishing what over-exfoliation, harsh cleansers, or environmental stress tend to take away.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • For instance, frequently reloading a gun before the ammo counter hits zero will present a Flaw called Overprepared, which increases each gun’s magazine size but temporarily decreases a character’s damage output if a gun does reach zero ammo before a reload.
    Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Adding 1/2 cup to your washer drum before loading in dirty laundry will help boost the cleaning properties of your detergent.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026
  • Caron added that the crew member involved was reportedly assisting ground staff by loading items as an extra set of hands and may have been left unaccounted for when the doors closed.
    Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Recharging your dryer balls helps remove detergent residue, while also softening, firming, and refreshing the wool’s natural oils.
    Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 18 Jan. 2026
  • Tips for decluttering catch-all spaces and refreshing the pantry (and your wardrobe) reduce stress immediately.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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“Refilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refilling. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.

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