fill up

The phrase "fill up" is versatile and used in various contexts, from satisfying hunger to completing forms.

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Definition

A2General

(common)To make something full by adding a substance or items to it.

Example

  • Please fill up the water bottle before we leave.
  • The riverbed filled up after the heavy rains.

A2Automotive

(common)To fill the tank of a vehicle with fuel.

Example

  • I need to fill up the car before our road trip.
  • The gas station is just around the corner, let's fill up there.

B1Food and Drink

(informal)To eat or drink until satisfied.

Example

  • That hearty breakfast really filled me up.
  • Make sure to fill up before the long hike.

B2Administrative

(regional)To complete a form or document by providing the necessary information.

Example

  • Please fill up this application form.
  • I need to fill up some paperwork before the meeting.

C1Emotional

(informal)To become tearful due to strong emotion.

Example

  • She filled up with tears when she heard the news.
  • I could feel myself filling up during the emotional speech.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fill up":

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