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as in to fill
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
carefully pack the food containers so we'll have as much as possible for the picnic
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as in to load
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
I had packed the suitcase so tightly that it wouldn't close
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as in backpack
a soft-sided case designed for carrying belongings especially on the back
part of basic training is becoming accustomed to taking very long hikes with an 80-pound pack
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as in loads
a considerable amount
it took a pack of courage to stand up before that crowd and tell the truth
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as in bunch
a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially
had run with a pack of hot-rodders when he was in high school
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as in bosom
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Recent Examples of pack
Annie Burdick, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022
Fans go wild for Magnolia Bakery's banana pudding — so much so that popular bakery chain had released a pudding multi-pack, available to ship coast to coast.
—Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 5 Aug. 2022
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
The storms are packing marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 30 mph.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Parker Hall, Wired News, 11 July 2025
When your kids are running around right before the fireworks, a pack of glow sticks can only add to the fun.
—Christopher Murray
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Verb
The multi-pack set includes two small, two medium, and one large cube.
—Annie Burdick, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022
Fans go wild for Magnolia Bakery's banana pudding — so much so that popular bakery chain had released a pudding multi-pack, available to ship coast to coast.
—Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 5 Aug. 2022
Noun
The storms are packing penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
The storms are packing marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 30 mph.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Adjective
The Amazfit Active 2 packs a ton of functionality for under $100 and still managers to offer a stainless steel case with 5 ATM water resistance.
—Parker Hall, Wired News, 11 July 2025
When your kids are running around right before the fireworks, a pack of glow sticks can only add to the fun.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pack
Verb
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Nor did the dozens of other Art Academy staff, students and supporters who have filled Cincinnati City Hall in recent weeks, pleading for the city to support the 156-year-old art school.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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The Marquette University community installed President Kimo Ah Yun on April 29 in an inauguration filled with pomp, prayer and a dash of protest.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Fitts was removed following the bases loaded escape after allowing the two runs over four innings on four hits, three walks and two strikeouts.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
29 July 2025
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Hernandez drove in Betts and Freddie Freeman drove in Ohtani, Making his first appearance since returning from a forearm injury, Blake Treinen gave up two hits, walked two and allowed a run in the ninth inning before Jack Dreyer replaced him with the bases loaded and got the final out.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
29 July 2025
Verb
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Just inside the doors of the employee entrance to Ford Motor Co.'s Dearborn Truck Plant is a scoreboard that looms high above a double set of steep stairs that carry the 3,600 employees up to the factory floor where the company builds its best-selling vehicle: the F-150 pickup.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
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But another bill, HB 3520 by Rep. David Spiller, R-Jacksboro, to lessen the amount of liability insurance coverage rideshare drivers need to carry, took up a whole lot more time.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Free backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed along with snacks.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
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While a compact carry-on and durable oversized suitcase are must-haves in any luggage arsenal, the importance of a travel backpack shouldn’t be overlooked.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Some of these products are tiny, inexpensive, and can even fit in your golf bag pocket.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Around a third of parents say their children have either already requested or will probably request a bag charm, like a Labubu doll or Jellycat, this back-to-school season, according to a survey published by Intuit Credit Karma last week.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Devin Williams, who shouldn’t look back because a whole bunch of guys might be gaining on him.—
Mike Lupica,
New York Daily News,
2 Aug. 2025
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From the first day of the month to the last, a bunch of titles are making way for the exit.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Schubert and the law enforcement agencies that fall under her jurisdiction appear to be bosom buddies.—
Monique Judge,
The Root,
15 May 2018
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Jim Hamre and Zack Willhoite were also bosom buddies in their passion for public transportation who had excitedly awaited the day higher-speed trains could zip through their home turf.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
20 Dec. 2017
Verb
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Clubs often bring in a flurry of budget signings to plug gaps rather than form a team’s foundations.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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There to plug his beer brand’s partnership with the wrestling juggernaut, his quick speech in front of an American flag drew audible boos from the audience at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
24 July 2025
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“Pack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pack. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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