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verb

ˈfil How to pronounce fill (audio)
Definition of fillnext
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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3
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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fill

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noun

as in filling
soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something we ripped the tag off years ago, so we have no idea what the fill in that pillow is

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Recent Examples of fill
Verb
The comments were filled with recommendations for everything from Wegmans staples and specific snacks to prepared foods and bakery items like the famous Danny’s Favorite Sub, the Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies and cannoli dip. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026 The relief those players and coaches felt when Greg Camarillo scored the game-winning touchdown over the Baltimore Ravens in a 22-16 overtime game filled the stadium with tears. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Noun
After completing initial laboratory testing, the team aims to reduce voltage and fill-factor losses, refine current matching, and scale up device size for larger applications. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026 Mexican navy personnel fill sandbags in Lazaro Cardenas last week. — Ryan Chandler, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fill
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fill
  1. load
  2. plug
  3. fulfill
  4. filling
  5. pack
  6. seal
  7. satisfy
  8. packing
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  • Drones can be seen near the scene of the strike as responders load the injured onto stretchers and into emergency vehicles.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Florida’s defense, which allowed 211 yards on the ground to Missouri’s backup running back last week, will need to find a new spine (and a better way to load the box).
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • Every home is different, with unique needs — there is no single plug-and-play solution.
    — Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Alongside T’Vondre Sweat, Jackson has been tasked with plugging the middle of the Jets’ defensive line and helping stop the run.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of plug
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  • The Chair44 discovery, on the other hand, fulfills a decades-long quest to find a strong example.
    — Rachel Crowell, Scientific American, 12 Oct. 2026
  • My heart is not in it, my kids are my life, my work supports us and fulfills me, along with hobbies.
    — Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of fulfill
Noun
  • Along the way, the book becomes about something else—the care gifted by strangers who arrive miraculously, via form filling and phone calls, and then vanish for ever.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Spoon the remaining filling over the dough and use a spoon to spread to the edges, leaving a 1-inch border on the edge farthest from you.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • The thieves arrived with two trucks, and the bottles were ripe for the taking as they were already packed and waiting to get shipped to Antinori’s export markets.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Modern iterations pack even more horsepower and can soar to higher speeds.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of pack
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  • Trevor Megill slammed the door in the ninth, striking out the side to seal the 3-1 victory and send Milwaukee to the NLCS.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
  • While the Huskies’ scoring drive exposed some problems, the defense held its ground late in the fourth quarter to seal the win.
    — Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of seal
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  • Here are 16 satisfying activities and rituals to add to your fall bucket list.
    — Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Unlike quiches, frittatas are crustless, but this version doesn’t skimp on satisfying carbs, thanks to coils of spaghetti that become crisp and caramelized on the edges and soft and fluffy in the eggy center.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of satisfy
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  • The jobs most exposed to robotics tend to be physical, repetitive, and structured, including driving, warehousing, packing, and material handling.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Versatile and sleek, it can be styled countless different ways with the accessories and shoes on your packing list, and it’s stocked in a wide range of sizes from S to 4XL.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2026
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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