as in refills
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 replenishes
Santorini Grape Velvet Skin Drink is a luxurious face oil that blurs imperfections, smooths texture and replenishes skin with hydration.
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Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
The travel-size body wash, body oil, and body lotion are powered by undaria seaweed, an antioxidant-rich ingredient that replenishes the moisture barrier and smooths texture.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 8 Dec. 2025
Fresh soil replenishes nutrients the plant needs, and a slightly larger pot adds a little more room for growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
Workers are expected to return to their roles once Congress replenishes government funding.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 8 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the algae replenishes the skin barrier while green tea supplies antioxidants.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025
It is made from an extract of fragrant Hawaiian ginger that replenishes moisture on a daily basis.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
The travel-size body wash, body oil, and body lotion are powered by undaria seaweed, an antioxidant-rich ingredient that replenishes the moisture barrier and smooths texture.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 8 Dec. 2025
Fresh soil replenishes nutrients the plant needs, and a slightly larger pot adds a little more room for growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025
Workers are expected to return to their roles once Congress replenishes government funding.
—Steve Kopack, NBC news, 8 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the algae replenishes the skin barrier while green tea supplies antioxidants.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025
It is made from an extract of fragrant Hawaiian ginger that replenishes moisture on a daily basis.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenishes
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While trees — oak, birch, maple — dominate early spring, grass pollen often overlaps in late spring from May to June, leading to higher, more intense allergy loads for sufferers.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Now, five courts — whose case loads range from several hundred to over 40,000 — have just one permanent judge.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2026
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The screen shines at an impressive 516 nits in our tests, beating Apple’s own 500-nit claim, and refreshes at a standard 60Hz.—
Joe Osborne,
PC Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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Nothing refreshes a bedroom as quickly as a new coat of paint.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.—
Ryley Amond,Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
17 Mar. 2026
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The city also packs a punch in terms of cultural offerings, most notably through The Fishers Art Center, where locals can take pottery, painting, and drawing classes, and explore contemporary art exhibitions.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Replenishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenishes. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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