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fill in

[fil-in] / ˈfɪlˌɪn /
VERB
answer in writing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fill out insert
WEAK
advise apprise clue complete inform notify post sign tell warn write in
Antonyms
WEAK
leave blank
VERB
act as substitute
Synonyms
STRONGEST
replace
WEAK
deputize insinuate interject interpose pinch hit represent stand in (for) substract take the place of understudy
Antonyms
WEAK
leave blank
NOUN
substitute
Synonyms
STRONG
alternate backup double replacement stand-in standby sub surrogate temp temporary understudy
WEAK
pinch hitter
fill-in
NOUN
substitute
Synonyms
STRONG
alternate backup double replacement stand-in standby sub surrogate temp temporary understudy
WEAK
pinch hitter

Example Sentences

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This could potentially fill in the earnings gap near $26 in the second half of the year, representing a 29% gain from current prices.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Although he acknowledged that Abel has “the biggest investment shoes to fill in the world,” he also had the best coach, and he had a lot of time to learn from him.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The research team plans to combine additional satellite data sources to fill in these gaps and achieve more consistent coverage.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

So is “undecided” going to remain the leader in the race until voters are forced to fill in their ballots?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I carefully fill in the oval next to the number 10 for Uhmma.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na