1
as in loading
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
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2
as in packing
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
before starting to paint, fill all the cracks with putty
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3
as in fulfilling
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 filling
Martin Vassolo, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
California, for example, initially allocated about $20 million annually to support hydrogen filling stations.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Self, Kansas’ 22nd-year basketball coach — whose Jayhawks fell to West Virginia 62-61 on New Year’s Eve at Allen Fieldhouse — suffered a nasty fall while filling his car with fuel at a West 6th Street gas station in Lawrence on the morning of New Year’s Day.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The rich and gooey filling, loosely held together by an oatmeal cookie crust, is almost too sweet.
—Martin Vassolo, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
California, for example, initially allocated about $20 million annually to support hydrogen filling stations.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 13 Mar. 2025
Verb
But Langdon could target another guard to try filling the hole Ivey leaves.
—Hunter Patterson, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Self, Kansas’ 22nd-year basketball coach — whose Jayhawks fell to West Virginia 62-61 on New Year’s Eve at Allen Fieldhouse — suffered a nasty fall while filling his car with fuel at a West 6th Street gas station in Lawrence on the morning of New Year’s Day.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for filling
Noun
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There was a rhythm guitar player, who played rhythm exclusively, and a lead guitarist, who played the leads and fills.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
16 Mar. 2025
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The high fill power loft indicates that the filling has long-lasting firmness, which can be ensured with proper care.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In the driveway of a rundown house, two soldiers work quickly under the glow of headlamps, loading weapons from a shed into the back of a battered truck.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Court records show Corcoran asked Nieto's then 7-year-old daughter Melanie to stay in an upstairs bedroom before loading a rifle, a Ruger Mini-14 semi-automatic, and going to the living room, where his brother and his friends were watching TV.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Women Genuinely Enjoy Their Own Company Society tends to view coupled individuals as happier and more fulfilled than single people, even when single people have meaningful relationships and genuinely fulfilling lives.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Ultimately, Deadpool & Wolverine provides a fulfilling and happy goodbye to all those pieces.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Here's what my dad recommends — and why each of these 10 items should always have a place on your packing list.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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But nothing is more important than ensuring the host has a snappy and memorable catchphrase for the moment contestants get sent packing.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The successful outcome for Perpetua Resources is especially impressive given the complex nature of the federal, state, and local permitting process, as well as the work involved in satisfying the concerns of local communities and the Nez Perz Tribe.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Employees who cultivate relationships at work have a more fun and satisfying experience.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Future Disney Channel star Brandon Baker plays Mowgli, in a cloying, awkward performance that fits with the hacky sitcom writing.—
Josh Bell,
Vulture,
21 Mar. 2025
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Here came the cloying sentiments, the farcical calls for unity, the moment of sorrow over a long list of recent American tragedies whose anguish this spectacle purported to relieve.—
Nick Paumgarten,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Focus On Digital Clutter Don’t overlook the importance of keeping your digital workspace organized.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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That could put the kibosh on keeping the home.—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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These industry moves might finally convince skeptics that gut-friendly and other healthier soda alternatives are here to stay, forcing traditional players to evolve and adapt to growing demand for less sugary drinks.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Maryland lawmakers are considering a tax on sugary beverage distributors — a proposal that has sparked controversy among Republicans and retailers.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Filling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filling. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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