1
as in to fill
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
plugged the hole in the wall with putty
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to struggle
to devote serious and sustained effort
plugged away at solving the math problem
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to promote
to provide publicity for
the actress is giving lots of interviews to plug her latest movie
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in to shoot
to strike with a missile from a gun
the drug lord plugged the stool pigeon as a lesson for any others who were tempted to talk
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
as in ad
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in cob
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in hook
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of plug
The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
The system has also been relying partly on one-time reserves to plug budget shortfalls the past two years.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2025
Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 5 Feb. 2025
McMillan, who brought one of his law partners on stage with him, threw in a plug for tour groups to visit the deceased superstar’s former home and recording studio outside Minneapolis.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for plug 
Verb
Overseen by Khan’s son, and their sporting director, Tony, Fulham have used the loans market to plug gaps in their squad and capitalise on out-of-favour players elsewhere who would usually be beyond their reach.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
The system has also been relying partly on one-time reserves to plug budget shortfalls the past two years.
—Calmatters, The Mercury News, 12 Feb. 2025
Noun
These fish also love weedy areas, which can be a challenge to fish with a plug that has two or three treble hooks hanging off the belly.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 5 Feb. 2025
McMillan, who brought one of his law partners on stage with him, threw in a plug for tour groups to visit the deceased superstar’s former home and recording studio outside Minneapolis.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for plug
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plug
Verb
-
Thankfully, many safari outfitters offer dynamic itineraries—think pairing the quintessential South African safari with a surreal stint in Namibia or a blue safari grand finale in Mozambique filled with whales, dolphins, whale sharks, and dugongs—designed to engage animal lovers of all ages.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
AFAR Media,
11 Feb. 2025
-
Speaking of charging, a J1772 port is situated on the left behind the driver's seat, which will fill the 29.8 kWh battery in five hours on a standard level 2 EV charger.—
Tim Stevens,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
The Broncos struggled with turnovers from the tip-off but stayed in the game by forcing similar issues out of the Aztecs.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Feb. 2025
-
But in a world of limited resources — and in a city struggling mightily just to pay for existing services — policymakers need to make this money go further.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
The Canadian prosecutor wanted a tough sentence (the minimum was seven years), arguing that the Rolling Stones’ lyrics promoted drug use.—
Jillian Sederholm,
EW.com,
18 Feb. 2025
-
Propel also issues a free debit Mastercard for users’ cash benefits and earnings (food stamps have their own government card), generating revenue from card interchange fees and from marketers who pay to promote affordable products, such as low-cost Wi-Fi and groceries, on the platform.—
Martina Castellanos,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
-
Max subscription plans begin at $9.99 a month with ads, allowing users to stream with up to two devices at one time while ad-free subscriptions cost $16.99 a month, which includes the additional ability to download up to 30 titles to watch on the go.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
-
The ad says that unlike Cohere's product, ordinary AI leaks customer data and trade secrets, creates security audit nightmares, and steals intellectual property.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
-
To freeze kernels of corn, remove the corn kernels from the cob.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 July 2024
-
How To Serve Boiled Corn on the Cob Corn on the cob purists will just add a little salt and butter and call it a day.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
13 June 2024
Noun
-
Johnny's not letting him off the hook and Kreese isn't asking to be let off the hook.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
13 Feb. 2025
-
What if a Democratic president had gotten the mayor off the hook?—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Sound great, but will the lounge be packed from noon to night?—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
-
Hong Kong, which remains one of the world’s great eating cities even after the political crackdowns against pro-democracy protests, is packed with restaurants and shops that specialize in one specific dish.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2025
Verb
-
Last year, President Joe Biden and presidential candidate Kamala Harris labored to persuade voters that the historic inflation surge of 2022 was over, and that rising wages had effectively erased its effects.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
-
Should Trump be certified, unless the disability is relieved his administration will labor under a cloud of illegitimacy.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near plug
Cite this Entry
“Plug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plug. Accessed 25 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share