as in to flesh (out)
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As the sun set below the tree line, the warm wood paneling turned a rich brown color that complemented the rattan light fixtures hanging above, giving the space a modern yet warm feeling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026 -
While at Urbitran, Mike was asked to reimagine Columbus Circle by one of the potential private developers to complement their building plans.—
Lucius Riccio,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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In Blue Hills’ absence, state and local officials have been forced to step in to maintain or supplement the work that the nonprofit previously performed.—
Andrew Brown,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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The remaining $1 million will supplement the existing Transform Lake County and Resilience grant programs launched last year to fill funding gaps through 2027 for nonprofit groups and lessen the impact of the economy.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Fill (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill%20%28out%29. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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