piled
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of piled
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English: “covered with hair”; see pile 3, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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Many are carrying debts that piled up during crises including the pandemic, and most are making new spending commitments rather than tightening their belts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
New California coach Tosh Lupoi piled on some more Tuesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
This year the warehouse is piled high with brand new mattresses ready for families in need.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
Sometimes it ended up piled high on a hoagie roll.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
She gave me a metal plate piled high with lamb, rice, lentils, dill, and yogurt.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
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