REPLENISH Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

replenish

verb

Definition of replenish

as in to refill

somewhat formal to fill or build up (something) again An efficient staff of workers replenished the trays of appetizers almost as quickly as guests emptied them. He replenished his supply of wood in preparation for the winter. Drink this—you need to replenish your fluids after your hike. plants that replenish soil nutrients

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Recent Examples of replenish Global oil inventories are being depleted, but demand is expected to increase by about 2 million barrels a day in the second half of the year as stockpiles are replenished. — Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The body replenishes the loss of blood in a short time (a matter of hours for some components, a few weeks for others). — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The company is also betting on newer drugs to replenish potential losses in revenue, including the first PCSK9 pill designed to lower bad cholesterol, which was approved in July. — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026 Part of that money would be used to replenish munitions and weapons depleted in the Iran war. — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for replenish

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Reminiscent of an old-time diner, Rodriguez said there will be traditional drip coffee, which a server can easily refill.

— Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
As such, customers can refill prescriptions at other Walgreens locations or have their prescriptions delivered.

— Ahmed Jawadi, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of refill

Verb

Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott retired seven straight before singles by Henry Bolte and Tommy White and a walk to Jonah Heim loaded the bases in the fourth.

— CBS News, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
The Red Sox were limited to one run in the bottom of the 11th despite loading the bases with one out.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of load

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For best results, refresh natural mulches once a year in spring or fall to keep mulch lines good and thick.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
Pet parents may also want to refresh sleep spaces, travel gear and everyday essentials before schedules become more hectic.

— Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of refresh

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Preparing lunch together can also become a lesson in practical problem-solving, like figuring out which ingredients are better packed separately to avoid a soggy sandwich surprise.

— Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026
In the morning, Green helped Beloozerov shave his head and packed his clothes in a plastic tote.

— Isabelle Chapman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

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