replenish

Definition of replenishnext
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 Under this strategy, a person borrows a set amount from his or her 401(k) account and slowly replenishes the account over time through payments deducted automatically from pay stubs. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026 Sustained, meaningful rainfall is the only way to replenish those reservoirs and improve drought conditions. — Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 5 Oct. 2026 In addition, if the Chinese reserve system eventually looks to the rest of the world to replenish the supplies sold at auction, that additional import demand could pull exporter stocks tighter and support prices. — Sj Guest Editorial, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 After strenuous physical activity, to replenish fluids and nutrients. — Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for replenish
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  • Even better, the rear seed door is about twice as big, so the feeder is a lot easier to refill.
    — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Some stores and detergent brands offer refill programs that let customers refill an existing container rather than buying a new bottle.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
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  • Drones can be seen near the scene of the strike as responders load the injured onto stretchers and into emergency vehicles.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Florida’s defense, which allowed 211 yards on the ground to Missouri’s backup running back last week, will need to find a new spine (and a better way to load the box).
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • On Tuesday, Marvell Technology is hosting an investor day, and some refreshed targets could help the AI semiconductor trade.
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • And in China, Hill noted the progress the new leadership team has made over the past six months, and detailed plans to tighten up the region’s digital channels and refresh physical doors.
    — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2026
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  • Kisiel is certain the finding could become more important as electronics shrink and more components are packed closer together.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
  • But beyond the pretty bottle, the formula packs a serious skin-care punch, with 5% mandelic acid, azelaic acid, and licorice root to gently improve the appearance of dark underarms.
    — Glamour, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2026

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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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