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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
He was filled with ambition to see more of the country, write a spy thriller and literally climb more hills. — Andrea Javor, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026 Schulz said the role has, quite literally, big shoes to fill. — Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
Protein seems to be on everyone’s minds (and plates) these days, with many of us getting our fill from fish, beef, chicken, or plant proteins like beans, avocados, tofu, and tempeh. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026 For travelers who have had their fill of pool days and triple-digit temperatures, an early taste of fall may sound even better, with mountain getaways and northern latitudes calling. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 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
Verb
  • Better hygiene isn’t the only reason Bogoyavlenskiy and his team load silverware this way.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
  • After perfecting the design on their computer, Tiu loaded a drum of yellow ink into the printer.
    — Rebecca Tauber, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of load
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  • Odysseus ended up lashing himself to the mast and ordering his crew to plug their ears with wax.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
  • This isn’t as simple as plugging a player into the lineup in Madden NFL 27.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of plug
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  • During the holidays, that could mean repositioning inventory as demand shifts, identifying supplier or transportation delays sooner, or dynamically finding the fastest and most cost-effective way to fulfill an order when conditions change.
    — Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than chasing virality and social media hits, Obeid advises restaurants to focus deeper on creating businesses that fulfill a need for the community around them.
    — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of fulfill
Noun
  • Four humble ingredients come together inside a tortilla to make something transcendent — melty, fluid, fleetingly crunchy, soft, toothsome, rich and filling.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Krispy Kreme rolled out a Maple Cheesecake Doughnut with cheesecake filling, maple icing, graham crunch and a maple drizzle.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
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  • Available in 12 colors, these jeans pack a ton of versatility.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • High-Protein Nuts and Seeds Nuts and seeds are packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
    — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of pack
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  • But on a final attempt to tie the game with time expired, quarterback Cruz James was intercepted by TFA freshman Jaylen Johnson in the end zone to seal TFA’s victory.
    — Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Stars Gianna Jun as Professor Se-jeong, who is thrust into a bloody nightmare when a rapidly mutating virus is released during a biotech conference, causing authorities to seal the facility.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of seal
Verb
  • Developers must also satisfy nuclear cybersecurity rules, Department of War authorization requirements and protections for operational technology and industrial control systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The kind of dessert that satisfies your craving, but doesn’t taste too sickly sweet.
    — George Yang, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of satisfy
Noun
  • Shoes have a reputation for being clunky and not ideal for packing, but these lightweight, flexible flats can be stashed in a carry-on or weekender bag with no trouble.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Keep scrolling to shop comfy travel outfits worth packing, with standout staples starting at just $15.
    — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026
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“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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