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
Its benefits arrive from a cocktail of hyaluronic acid, squalane, and mineral SPF 30 for a well-rounded formula that replenishes skin’s moisture levels and protects against UV rays.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2025
Attracting New Talent The manufacturing industry is under pressure to replenish its aging workforce.
—Lucian Boldea, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
The 49ers definitely need to replenish the offensive and defensive lines, but this is too high to draft based solely on need.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
Of all of the positions on defense, safety feels like the easiest to replenish with upgrades for the Panthers.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2025
Attracting New Talent The manufacturing industry is under pressure to replenish its aging workforce.
—Lucian Boldea, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
The 49ers definitely need to replenish the offensive and defensive lines, but this is too high to draft based solely on need.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
Of all of the positions on defense, safety feels like the easiest to replenish with upgrades for the Panthers.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenish
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Belle adds that a good rule of thumb is to take down your feeders and clean them with warm water and dish soap at least once a week before refilling them.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2025
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Many of these fountains also have a connected app, which reminds you when to clean, replace the filter, and refill water.—
Molly Higgins,
WIRED,
13 Jan. 2025
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Investigators later determined that the bomb was hidden in a cassette recorder and packed in a suitcase that was loaded on a plane from Malta to Frankfurt, Germany, with no accompanying passenger.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
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To get started, simply prepare your base in one of the pints, freeze for 24 hours, then load it into the machine and watch the magic happen.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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But what about refreshing your jeans for the warmer season ahead?—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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Mica adds a light-reflecting sheen, tapioca starch absorbs excess oil, and pearl extract delivers amino acids to help moisturize and refresh hair.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
21 Feb. 2025
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Sound great, but will the lounge be packed from noon to night?—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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The area sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound is packed with maritime forests, sand dunes, and shrub thickets, all untouched, all wild, and all waiting patiently for visitors to explore.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Replenish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenish. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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