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 Red Sox squandered a golden opportunity early, loading the bases in the top of the first and coming away empty handed, but made up for it with a big second inning.
    — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 7 July 2026
  • In a market where production costs and inflation are already rising, loading ever more rigid obligations onto a single group of players is not a sustainable way to fund French stories.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 6 July 2026
Definition of loading
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  • The conflict had not yet escalated, though the belligerents were planning, repositioning, replenishing, and preparing for the next phase.
    — Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Electrolyte Drinks With Added Sugar Electrolyte drinks and powders are popular for replenishing fluids after exercise or in hot weather.
    — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 2 July 2026
Definition of replenishing
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  • Consider refreshing your bio so your work and kindness read clearly.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
  • Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Cabot paints, says refreshing these pieces should never erase the charm.
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Definition of refreshing

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“Reloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reloading. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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