re·use
(ˌ)rē-ˈyüz 
reused; reusing; reuses
: to use again especially in a different way or after reclaiming or reprocessing
the need to reuse scarce resources
reuse packing material as insulation
re·use
(ˌ)rē-ˈyüs
: further, different, or repeated use
Examples of reuse in a Sentence
Verb
I can reuse that container.
Recent Examples on the Web
Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 May 2024
The report states that member venues diverted 32% of waste through reusing, composting and recycling over the last year.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 May 2024
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Verb
Beyond Oil's solution represents a significant global advancement in safeguarding the health of diners and kitchen workers in factories or restaurants that reuse the same oil over an extended period.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 May 2024
The report states that member venues diverted 32% of waste through reusing, composting and recycling over the last year.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 May 2024
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reuse. Accessed 14 May. 2024.
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