as in packed
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible
filled baskets of every variety of apple were available at the farmers' market
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as in loaded
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
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as in plugged
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 fulfilled
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 filled
Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025
His social media is filled with rocket ship emojis and images of him as a sort of religious icon for the church of Bitcoin.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Their roster still has plenty of needs that Rodrigues would have nicely filled.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
All three players filled valuable roles in 2022 and in subsequent seasons, with Pinnock being a starter for the past two seasons.
—Dan Duggan, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Visitors enter into the kitchen, which is large and light-filled, and occupies the center of the home.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2025
The auditorium was transformed with spectacular holiday decorations, including a beautiful Christmas tree, full of ornaments and lights, and unique holiday table decorations filled the room.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
Weather gossip filled his incoming mail with friends, like James Madison and Ezra Stiles, who sent diligent reports.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
These beautiful stockings were filled to the brim with wonderful items that were purchased or donated to Friends of San Pasqual Academy.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
According to those in the industry, there is little oversight for the demolition of homes filled with dangerous building materials.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025
His social media is filled with rocket ship emojis and images of him as a sort of religious icon for the church of Bitcoin.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Their roster still has plenty of needs that Rodrigues would have nicely filled.
—Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
All three players filled valuable roles in 2022 and in subsequent seasons, with Pinnock being a starter for the past two seasons.
—Dan Duggan, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Visitors enter into the kitchen, which is large and light-filled, and occupies the center of the home.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2025
The auditorium was transformed with spectacular holiday decorations, including a beautiful Christmas tree, full of ornaments and lights, and unique holiday table decorations filled the room.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
Weather gossip filled his incoming mail with friends, like James Madison and Ezra Stiles, who sent diligent reports.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
These beautiful stockings were filled to the brim with wonderful items that were purchased or donated to Friends of San Pasqual Academy.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for filled
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The largely 20- and 30-something audience was quite lovely and respectful toward the band and toward other audience members, giving folks room to breathe and enjoy themselves despite the packed main floor.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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In a packed facility at The Ranch at Laguna Beach, 400 people attended Stewart’s service on Jan. 18, many from the volleyball community.—
Richard Dunn,
Orange County Register,
6 Feb. 2025
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A day after Gary Sanchez struck out with the bases loaded in the first inning of an ALCS loss to the Houston Astros, Gil called in to contend Yankees manager Aaron Boone should have pinch hit for the catcher.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Considering how loaded the West is, adding Butler to the mix could be the difference between being truly competitive or seeing another early playoff exit.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Until then, he’s fulfilled in raising awareness about the benefits of holistic approaches to cancer care, which can complement traditional treatments.—
Rachel Murphy,
Health,
8 Jan. 2025
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Merrill fulfilled his promise as a consensus Top-20 prospect by collecting down-ballot MVP votes for the Padres, who won 93 games and came within one game of upsetting the eventual champion Dodgers in the NL Division Series.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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Rodgers joined the Jets last season and immediately suffered an injury that kept him out of action all year.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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While the Saints' offense has struggled to light up the scoreboard, their defense has kept them competitive.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The team reimagined and redesigned more than 500 screens full of data.—
Kevin Purdy,
Ars Technica,
7 Feb. 2025
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Check out our Daily Deals for the best products at the best prices and sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter full of shopping inspo and sales.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In New York in the late 1920s, TB was more common among the poor who lived in crowded, often unsanitary conditions.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
8 Feb. 2025
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In the simulated scenario, a fictional freight train carrying hazardous materials through a crowded area derails in a fiery explosion, burning or otherwise injuring 800 people.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Filled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filled. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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