reloading

Definition of reloadingnext
present participle of reload

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of reloading 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reloading
Verb
  • In demonstrations, it has been shown performing a range of domestic tasks, including chopping vegetables, frying eggs, loading a washing machine, hanging laundry, making a bed, and opening curtains, according to Fast Company.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
  • Despite having two outs, Tinsley gave up two singles and an equal number of walks, loading the bases and giving up another run.
    Liana Handler, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2026
Verb
  • The delivery comes as the Pentagon works to modernize infantry weapons while replenishing stockpiles after years of heavy Javelin use in Ukraine.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
  • When storms drop a few inches of rain over a few days, the water sinks into the soil, nourishing plants and replenishing groundwater.
    David Boutt, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
Verb
  • This can include easier jobs, like fresh paint jobs on facades and park clean-ups overnight, or more intense projects like refreshing and reimagining attractions.
    Megan duBois, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
  • In turn, periodically refreshing your job descriptions, updating requirements or revising language can help improve placement and engagement.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 May 2026

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“Reloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reloading. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.

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