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to fill
01
to make something full
Transitive: to fill a container | to fill a container with a material
Example
I will fill the vase with fresh flowers from the garden.
Please fill my glass with water.
We should fill the bathtub with warm water for a relaxing bath.
02
to become full or get filled
Intransitive: to fill | to fill with sth
Example
Over time, the jar will naturally fill with sediment from the river water.
The theater gradually filled as people took their seats before the performance.
The room slowly started to fill with the aroma of freshly baked cookies.
03
to spread through a space completely
Transitive: to fill a space
04
to use the available space or capacity of something completely
Transitive: to fill a space or container
Example
The students eagerly gathered to fill the auditorium for the special guest lecture.
The floodwaters threatened to fill the entire basement, causing concern among the residents.
The water quickly rose to fill the bathtub, reaching the brim.
05
to meet or satisfy a desire, requirement, or need
Transitive: to fill a desire or need
Example
Exercise and physical activity can fill the need for stress relief and relaxation.
Spending time with loved ones can fill the emotional need for connection and support.
Reading a good book can fill the need for intellectual stimulation and entertainment.
06
to occupy and carry out the responsibilities associated with a particular position or role
Transitive: to fill a role
Example
The elected official promised to fill the responsibilities of city councilor with dedication and integrity.
As the eldest sibling, Maria felt a responsibility to fill the role of caregiver for her younger brothers and sisters.
The actor was thrilled to fill the lead role in the Broadway production after years of auditioning for similar opportunities.
07
to repair a tooth by replacing damaged material with dental filling
Transitive: to fill a tooth
Example
The dentist will fill the cavity with a special material.
The dentist used a specialized tool to fill the cavity in the patient 's tooth.
She scheduled an appointment with the dentist to fill a small chip in her front tooth.
08
to satisfy a hunger or desire to the point of contentment or fullness
Transitive: to fill sb/sth
Example
He puts seeds in the bird feeder to fill the songbirds in the backyard.
The buffet spread was abundant enough to fill all the guests.
09
to appoint or assign an individual to occupy a position or role that was previously vacant
Transitive: to fill a position
Example
The city council has launched a recruitment process to fill the position of city planner.
It took several months to fill the position of chief financial officer with a qualified candidate.
After the retirement of the senior manager, the company is actively seeking to fill the leadership role.
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I will fill the vase with fresh flowers from the garden.
Please fill my glass with water.
We should fill the bathtub with warm water for a relaxing bath.
He filled the bucket with sand to build a sandcastle.
We need to fill the gas tank before going on a long trip.
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