1
as in to load
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
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2
as in to plug
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
before starting to paint, fill all the cracks with putty
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as in to fulfill
to do what is required by the terms of
orders received by this date will be filled in time for Christmas delivery of the merchandise
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Recent Examples of fill
Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
But while the podcast was filled with laughs, Scott’s response to it was less humorous.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 2 May 2025
Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2025
Known for his range, wild fills and scene-stealing stage presence, Burke remained with the band through his career.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Today, the colonial-era port Nelson's Dockyard is a UNESCO World Heritage Site complete with two boutique hotels, a museum, local craft shops, cafes and restaurants, and a marina filled with everything from stately sloops to gaudy megayachts.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
But while the podcast was filled with laughs, Scott’s response to it was less humorous.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 2 May 2025
Noun
Roger and Kenney have had their fill of each other.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2025
Known for his range, wild fills and scene-stealing stage presence, Burke remained with the band through his career.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fill
Verb
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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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But according to Scott Eustis of Healthy Gulf, a nonprofit that monitors the health of the region and advocates for moving away from oil and gas extraction, it should have been plugged a decade ago.—
Dan Ruetenik,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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In an effort to avoid a third straight first-round exit, Bucks coach Doc Rivers plugged guards AJ Green and Kevin Porter Jr. and forward Bobby Portis Jr. into the starting lineup.—
Michael Marot,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The fresh color popped up when Middleton and Prince William traveled to Scotland to celebrate their 14th wedding anniversary and fulfill some royal duties.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
1 May 2025
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For students applying in this admissions cycle, Yale made the groundbreaking move to allow students to submit Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) exam scores rather than the ACT or SAT to fulfill their standardized testing requirement.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Their fluffy down alternative microfiber filling is designed to support side, stomach, and back sleepers.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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The filling is a hypoallergenic down alternative for those who love the softness of natural feathers without the fuss.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The grip also packs a 2,300 mAh battery inside to give the phone extra juice.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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At a court appearance on Saturday, Hamilton County sheriff's deputies packed the courtroom in support of the fallen deputy, according to ABC Cincinnati affiliate WCPO.—
Victoria Arancio,
ABC News,
3 May 2025
Verb
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However, Roberts says the extra cool air still helps seal the cuticle.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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Rich Brown Decking and Fences Regularly staining and sealing wood decks and fences around your property is part of the general upkeep.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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Gregory told IndieWire that the packing list to overwinter in Antarctica starts with what a camera operator wears on their hands.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2025
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Between various lessons on packing, lodge etiquette on the trek to Base Camp, and where to ask for toilet paper, Coster returned again and again to reminders for the group to chill out and enjoy the journey.—
Ben Ayers,
Outside Online,
22 Apr. 2025
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This slim volume by Benoît Gallot, its enthusiastic head conservator since 2018, is as crammed with quirky facts as the 110-acre cemetery is crammed with burial plots.—
Heller McAlpin,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2025
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All of human nature, like the best and the worst of humanity is crammed onto a glacier for two months.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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