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In addition to the idioms beginning with fill, also see back and fill; get one's fill of. Also see under full.

See fill in WNW Idioms

fill in

to fill with some substance
to make complete by inserting or supplying something
to insert or supply for completion
â to be a substitute

fill out

to make or become larger, rounder, shapelier, etc.
â to make (a document, etc.) complete by inserting or supplying information

fill someone in on

Informal to provide someone with additional facts, details, etc. about

fill up

to make or become completely full

See fill in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

fill (someone's) shoes

To assume someone's position or duties.

fill the bill

Informal

To serve a particular purpose.

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