Phrasal Verb - Filling Up
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.Definition
The phrasal verb 'fill up' is a verb phrase that means to completely fill a container, such as a tank, a vessel, or a space, with a substance, such as liquid, gas, or air. It can also mean to make something complete or full, often by adding more of something to it. In a broader sense, 'fill up' can mean to consume a large amount of food or drink, especially when stopping at a service station or restaurant.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The gas tank in my car is almost empty, I need to fill up at the next station. |
| 2 | Can you please fill up my water bottle before I go? |
| 3 | The pipes need to be filled up with antifreeze to prevent them from freezing. |
| 4 | The pool needs to be filled up with water before we can start swimming. |
| 5 | I need to fill up my prescription at the pharmacy before I go on vacation. |
| 6 | The room can be decorated by filling up the shelves with books and decorative objects. |
| 7 | The museum is filled up with visitors on weekends. |
| 8 | The road needs to be filled up with sand to improve traction. |
| 9 | The perfume bottle needs to be filled up to the top after shaking it. |
| 10 | You need to fill up your gas tank before driving across the desert. |