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filling

[fil-ing] / ˈfɪl ɪŋ /


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Over the next few days, you can reheat one whenever you need something quick and filling.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

When Udogie did make darting central runs, a Tottenham midfielder would drop into the space he had vacated - filling in at full-back.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

“In a way, therefore, the U.S. has become indispensable in filling the supply gap created by Iran’s blockage of the Strait.”

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Endorf credits more than loneliness for filling pews.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

I nodded some more and for some reason felt tears filling my eyes.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell