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
During sleep, your body repairs tissues, replenishes energy stores, and regulates hormones that affect your physical and mental performance.
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Jakob Roze, Health, 19 June 2025
The robot automatically rolls over to its dock to recharge, replenish its liquid cleaner, wash its own mopping pad, and empty the debris when full.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025
In recent weeks, the U.S. has replenished Iron Dome missiles.
—Bradford Betz , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025
First of all, the operational opportunity to have an open corridor because of the suppression of Iranian air defenses in October mattered, and the Russians did not replenish Iranian stockpiles and systems afterward.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 13 June 2025
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Jakob Roze, Health, 19 June 2025
The robot automatically rolls over to its dock to recharge, replenish its liquid cleaner, wash its own mopping pad, and empty the debris when full.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025
In recent weeks, the U.S. has replenished Iron Dome missiles.
—Bradford Betz , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2025
First of all, the operational opportunity to have an open corridor because of the suppression of Iranian air defenses in October mattered, and the Russians did not replenish Iranian stockpiles and systems afterward.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenish
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Ideally, when taking a road trip, one stays at a hotel with EV charging which refills the car overnight while the driver sleeps.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Leftover sludge falls to the bottom of the ponds, which are then cleaned out and refilled to renew the process.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2025
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The bases were loaded in the bottom of the inning with one out, and the Huskies were up to bat.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Using Bellinger there allowed Boone to load up the lineup with left-handed bats against Mets right-hander Frankie Montas.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
5 July 2025
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Instant classic duets, traditional story songs that felt refreshed and revived, plus crowds shrieking at heartthrobs and roars of approval at the celebration of traditional values of faith, family and freedom dominated the day.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Keep scrolling for more patio furniture and decor deals to refresh outdoor spaces.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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In the early days of the war, the United States and its G-7 allies crafted sanctions and export controls that were thought to pack a powerful punch but in fact had so many mitigations built in that they were robbed of their full impact.—
Michael Carpenter,
Foreign Affairs,
1 July 2025
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Choose a generously sized picnic blanket with a waterproof backing—ideally one that’s soft, stylish and easy to pack.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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