unfilled

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Recent Examples of unfilled After no candidates ran for the seat in the April 1 election, the treasurer post was left unfilled, according to past reporting. Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025 With Rosas being named vice president and Myo as treasurer, the secretary position remains unfilled. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025 But key positions at the agency remain unfilled and there are concerns its reduced workforce could result in reimbursement delays if a hurricane strikes. Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025 This year, as more and more positions were left unfilled, that number has gone down to 288. Kristine Phillips, IndyStar, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unfilled
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfilled
Adjective
  • Night aircraft is available for use if needed and if conditions permit.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The hotline is available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.
    Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • The buggy, which was pulling an unoccupied buggy, was struck from behind by an eastbound 2018 International tractor-trailer, the sheriff's office said.
    Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2025
  • In this case, officers conducting a foot patrol of the lot when observed open alcohol and a firearm in plain view inside an unoccupied vehicle, Munch said.
    Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Compared to an unfurnished rental, our homes eliminate upfront costs for furniture, utilities, and setup, saving renters thousands of dollars.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
  • The apartment is being sold unfurnished, though both platform beds, which were custom-built for the space, are included in the sale.
    Michael Kaminer, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • As the fiber is stretched down to about 100 micrometers in diameter, the hollow spaces are pressurized to preserve the structure.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Even after 30 pretty enjoyable hours with the game, Mario Kart World feels pretty hollow to me.
    Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • That means making sure campfires are out and cool to the touch before leaving them unattended or checking fire restrictions before visiting an outdoor area.
    Laura Gersony, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • While there is no official numbers on the amount of unattended home deaths, stories of unreported deaths in the home are common.
    Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • In warmer months, rent a boat or jet ski and head to Goat Island to congregate with other boaters who love to swim and relax around the tiny, uninhabited island.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
  • The uninhabited islet group in the East China Sea, the Senkaku Islands, is administered by Japan but claimed by China as part of its territory, which is known as the Diaoyu Islands.
    Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025

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“Unfilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfilled. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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