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
How Hayes factors into the Lakers’ plans to replenish their big man depth will be one of the key storylines to follow of the offseason, especially with the manner Hayes’ season ended and how his role diminished.
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Khobi Price, Oc Register, 26 May 2025
Though most areas received near-to-above-normal snow in winter, the quick melt caused much of it to change from solid to vapor, which has robbed rivers, streams and reservoirs of runoff needed to replenish water supplies.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 May 2025
Building on that foundation, the agency has worked to replenish depleted fish populations, rebuilding at least 50 overfished stocks and rolling out recovery plans for species like red snapper.
—Alice Herman, Miami Herald, 20 May 2025
How Your Partner Finds Balance How someone chooses to replenish offers deep insight into their inner world.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
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Khobi Price, Oc Register, 26 May 2025
Though most areas received near-to-above-normal snow in winter, the quick melt caused much of it to change from solid to vapor, which has robbed rivers, streams and reservoirs of runoff needed to replenish water supplies.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 May 2025
Building on that foundation, the agency has worked to replenish depleted fish populations, rebuilding at least 50 overfished stocks and rolling out recovery plans for species like red snapper.
—Alice Herman, Miami Herald, 20 May 2025
How Your Partner Finds Balance How someone chooses to replenish offers deep insight into their inner world.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenish
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The whisky was matured in refill oak casks, allowing the spirit to develop its signature subtle, floral profile over time.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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At other events, I’ve been whisked away during certain meetings or conversations — asked to refill a drink, pointed in the direction of a sports game on the nearest television, or interrupted and spoken over.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
23 May 2025
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Anthony Volpe couldn't make the throw to third base, and the Dodgers suddenly had the bases loaded and nobody out.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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With the bases now loaded and no one out, Cole started to rear back.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Keep reading to find must-haves to refresh your travel arsenal, with prices starting as low as $5.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2025
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So, to be able to refresh our memories about the advocacy work that he's done and the positions that he's taken, not just for the Asian American community, but for the theatrical community, was really an honor.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
28 May 2025
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Farm Share, a main supplier of free food in the county, said the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently cut in half the number of semi-trucks packed with cans, produce, and dry goods like rice and beans that find their way to local charities and nonprofits.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2025
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Lorde is packing her forthcoming studio album, Virgin, with visceral feelings.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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