reloading

verb

present participle of reload
as in loading

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Recent Examples of reloading Instead of reloading rockets individually, crews replace the entire launcher pod with an onboard crane, significantly reducing reload times and simplifying logistics. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026 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
  1. loading
  2. replenishing
  3. refreshing
Verb
  • The demo kept loading or didn’t work at all across multiple tries.
    — Prakhar Khanna, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • If temperatures are especially hot or cold, warm or cool your car before loading the plant, and head straight home.
    — Colleen Sullivan, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026
Definition of loading
Verb
  • But pushing through outdoor events in 90+-degree weather drains cognitive reserves rather than replenishing them.
    — Nicole F. Roberts, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • That might bring an infusion of rain and snow this winter, replenishing Lake Mead.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Definition of replenishing
Verb
  • Usually, moving up just one container size every two to three years gives roots more room to grow while refreshing the potting mix with nutrients that support healthy, vigorous growth.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 July 2026
  • Though fit and fabric are steering market trends, color and patterns are proving to be important ways consumers are refreshing their denim style in 2026.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
Definition of refreshing

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