1
as in plugging
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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2
as in loading
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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3
as in carrying
to support and take from one place to another
remember to pack several changes of clothing
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4
as in bearing
to wear or have on one's person
a private detective packing a weapon
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Recent Examples of packing
Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
Fresh eggs can be refrigerated for up to 5 weeks after the packing date (a number stamped on the carton from one to 365, with one representing January 1 and 365 representing December 31).
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
In one of the shots, the two could be seen packing on the PDA, leaning in for a kiss while seated on their date.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
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Noun
From there the cans are sealed and run through a labeler and ultimately to a packing station where they are capped in four-packs.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
Fresh eggs can be refrigerated for up to 5 weeks after the packing date (a number stamped on the carton from one to 365, with one representing January 1 and 365 representing December 31).
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
Verb
This limited-time offer saves you a sweet 27% on an advanced ultrawide battle station packing a 180Hz refresh rate, WUHD 5K x 2K resolution, and a deep 1000R curvature.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
In one of the shots, the two could be seen packing on the PDA, leaning in for a kiss while seated on their date.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for packing
Noun
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In a major win for reuse, at the end of 2024 the Food and Drug Administration issued new guidance giving health departments, businesses, individuals and reuse service providers a clear path to switch to reusable containers for hot and cold food and beverages regardless of who does the filling.—
Kelley Dennings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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Unlike the baked version many McDonald's fans have become familiar with over the years, the original recipe is known for its golden, crunchy exterior and warm cinnamon apple filling.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Verb
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How the technologies work A battery EV is charged by plugging into the electricity grid.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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The Patriots had held possession in the overtime period since the initial draw control, but the tenacious Notre Dame Academy defense was plugging gaps exceptionally well.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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To address this workflow conundrum, Maono has developed the P Series, which directly addresses this shift towards hybrid workflows and connectivity, where equipment needs to be streamlined for multi-device creation without loading on the technical complexity.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Of course, Macy is not actually spending late nights at the distillery twisting knobs and loading the wash into fermenters.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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Papal aircraft have had technical problems in the past, but for a plane carrying the pope to be unable to take off is unheard of.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Long before kickoff between Mexico and South Africa, fans lined up outside the venue carrying flags, wearing jerseys and bringing noisemakers from home.—
J.M. Banks
June 12,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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The Daily Bugle isn’t the only newspaper that’ll give you a fill of Spider-Man on a regular basis.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Plans Standard, Premium and Pro plans, with higher tiers offering resume database, sponsored job posts and TrafficBoost for urgent or hard-to-fill roles.—
Audrey Payne,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Police say the 27-year-old jumped from the truck and was run over by a trailer on the back hauling a skid loader.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Ironically enough, the new revenue stream is largely a matter of hauling coals to Newcastle, given the expansion of the field from 32 teams to 48.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
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Ubie Health warns that overeating gummies can mean extra sugar, calories and fillers, while under-dosing can blunt the strength and performance benefits people expect.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Fertilize with general-purpose products and pair dahlias with early-blooming fillers and spillers for vibrant container displays.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
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The finding is consistent with powerful winds transporting heat from the planet's intensely hot dayside toward its cooler nightside, researchers say.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
16 June 2026
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Beyond gasoline, oil also affects the cost of transporting goods, manufacturing products and producing food.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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“Packing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packing. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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