replenish

as in to refill
somewhat formal to fill or build up (something) again An efficient staff of workers replenished the trays of appetizers almost as quickly as guests emptied them. He replenished his supply of wood in preparation for the winter. Drink this—you need to replenish your fluids after your hike. plants that replenish soil nutrients

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Recent Examples of replenish Its battery can be recharged (and range replenished) via electric vehicle chargers similar to EVs. Charles Singh, USA Today, 22 May 2025 Putin accused Ukraine of seeking a truce only to replenish its stockpiles of Western arms, recruit more soldiers and prepare new attacks such as those in Kursk and Bryansk. Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025 As in, younger than the Wolves and possessing the assets to continue to replenish its talent pool. Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 29 May 2025 In addition to helping your muscles replenish their energy stores post-workout, creatine may reduce inflammation and cell damage from hard efforts. Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for replenish
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  • The hope was that sales tax revenue would rebound and the city would be able to refill its savings account.
    Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 9 June 2025
  • Growing up, Ilitch refilled napkin dispensers and salt and pepper shakers in her father’s restaurant, according to Ilitch Holdings’ website.
    Megan Sauer, CNBC, 7 June 2025
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  • Over the course of a year, the U.S. company imports thousands of pounds of these bearings, paying a tariff each time a batch of them is loaded off a container ship.
    Robert Goulder, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
  • During the summer of 2024, Iran exported fewer than 70,000 barrels per day through that alternate route and stopped loading cargoes after September 2024, according to the EIA.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 June 2025
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  • Even one or two minutes of the right music can refresh your brain and break the mental fatigue.
    Bronwen Sciortino, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
  • These Spanx deals won’t last long, so now’s the time to refresh your summer wardrobe with flattering, lightweight staples.
    Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 22 June 2025
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  • These waterproof shoe bags are a game-changer for anyone who packs an extra pair of shoes.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
  • Your hands/fingers are enough, no need to really pack it down with a measuring cup.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 June 2025

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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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