as in refilling
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 replenishing
While conventional wisdom had long been that consumers should build up a certain level of savings — six months' worth of living expenses, for example — those who study the accounts now consider saving to be a dynamic process of paying in, withdrawing, and then replenishing.
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Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
The aim should be getting younger and replenishing a pipeline in dire need of high-end skill.
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Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
And for those little ones with cradle cap, the Bye-Bye Cradle Cap Gel is there to help prevent symptoms including scaling, redness and irritation by hydrating, nourishing and replenishing skin.
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Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
In fashion terms, this involves grabbing that six-pack of seamless underwear to replace your now-threadbare collection, or else replenishing your leggings drawer with new, chic picks whose buttery softness will stand the test of time.
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Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Plus, some perennials can help hydrangeas thrive by providing shade or replenishing soil nutrients.
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Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
The good news is that right now, only the looming IPOs of Anthropic, which will be wildly oversubscribed, and OpenAI, which will be far more tepid, stand in the way of the next run for the market, as the coffers seem to be replenishing.
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Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
21 June 2026
Pattern’s Hydration Shampoo is a creamy cleanser that washes away buildup while replenishing moisture.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 June 2026
Not replenishing with fluids can lead to dehydration.
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Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
The aim should be getting younger and replenishing a pipeline in dire need of high-end skill.
—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
And for those little ones with cradle cap, the Bye-Bye Cradle Cap Gel is there to help prevent symptoms including scaling, redness and irritation by hydrating, nourishing and replenishing skin.
—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
In fashion terms, this involves grabbing that six-pack of seamless underwear to replace your now-threadbare collection, or else replenishing your leggings drawer with new, chic picks whose buttery softness will stand the test of time.
—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Plus, some perennials can help hydrangeas thrive by providing shade or replenishing soil nutrients.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
The good news is that right now, only the looming IPOs of Anthropic, which will be wildly oversubscribed, and OpenAI, which will be far more tepid, stand in the way of the next run for the market, as the coffers seem to be replenishing.
—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
21 June 2026
Pattern’s Hydration Shampoo is a creamy cleanser that washes away buildup while replenishing moisture.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 June 2026
Not replenishing with fluids can lead to dehydration.
—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replenishing
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Cihlar recommends beginners avoid loading up too soon, while men who are already regularly active and lift weights can typically handle a 20- or 30-pound plate from the start.
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How to Start Rucking Safely Experts recommend conditioning the body before loading up a pack, especially for men over 40 returning to exercise.
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Alysa Guffey More than 50 people gathered in 90-degree heat to protest welcoming data centers to Indianapolis before packing the public assembly room on the second floor of the City-County Building.
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Not as messy as chicken wings but packing the same flavorful punch, buffalo chicken dip is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.
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“Replenishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replenishing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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