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
The Financial Times newspaper reported in January the shipment of two Iranian vessels from China containing enough of the ingredient to propel as many as 260 mid-range missiles, helping Tehran to replenish its stocks following its direct missile attacks on its arch-foe Israel in 2024.
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USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Healthy fats are still important in an overall diet to maintain energy and replenish muscle stores, especially in athletes.
—Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
May Enhance Exercise Performance Taking creatine supplements helps increase creatine levels in your muscle cells, which can improve your performance by replenishing ATP during exercise.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 Apr. 2025
Fifth-round outside linebacker Kyle Kennard was a valuable pick to help replenish an edge rushing group that is without Joey Bosa for the first time since 2015.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
Healthy fats are still important in an overall diet to maintain energy and replenish muscle stores, especially in athletes.
—Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
May Enhance Exercise Performance Taking creatine supplements helps increase creatine levels in your muscle cells, which can improve your performance by replenishing ATP during exercise.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 Apr. 2025
Fifth-round outside linebacker Kyle Kennard was a valuable pick to help replenish an edge rushing group that is without Joey Bosa for the first time since 2015.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenish
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In recent weeks, crews completed the repair project at the Santa Ynez Reservoir, and the city started refilling the reservoir, hoping to restore it to service this week.—
Mike Baker,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Have your lawn mower serviced or tune it up yourself by sharpening its blade, replacing spark plugs, and refilling the oil.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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That was followed by a single from Freddie Freeman, who hit a ground ball that Olson failed to snare at first base, and a walk to Teoscar Hernández, loading the bases with one out.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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She's seen meeting with fellow criminals and loading a gun in the teaser.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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Regularly refresh your core content with current data, dates, and statistics.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The food, too, rides the wave between old and new, with beloved German ingredients refreshed through the chef’s imagination.—
Valeriya Safronova,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The Croisette is often packed with tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of Hollywood stars, as well as studio executives, sales agents and journalists hustling from one meeting to another.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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Best Early Wayfair Memorial Day Furniture Sales Of course, Wayfair is also packed with deals on indoor furniture, including end tables under $60 and coffee tables with storage for a whopping 78% off.—
Bridget Degnan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 May 2025
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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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