1
as in utilizes
to put into action or service
I will need to use the large hammer for this project
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2
as in treats
to behave toward in a stated way
the factory workers were underpaid and poorly used by their employers
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as in leverages
to take unfair advantage of
I was paying for everything on our little outing, and I was starting to feel like I was being used
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as in exercises
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
the use of boom boxes is strictly prohibited in the park
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as in likes
positive regard for something
I have no use for slackers
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Recent Examples of uses
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
For example, exercise helps lower triglycerides – a type of fat in your blood that your body uses for energy, but can raise your risk of heart disease when levels are too high.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Now, Elmore — a former collegiate and Cincinnati Bengals professional football player — uses that experience to inspire others to create better futures for children in similar situations.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
This recipe uses walnuts instead of pecans, but keeps a healthy splash of bourbon.
—Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
At 6-foot-3, 198 pounds, Moore is a palm tree on the outside that uses his length to make route-running specifically difficult for opposing pass-catchers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Rauch even uses the collection as her own personal library—a perk of the manager title.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The simple yet smart tool uses steam to loosen dirt, grime, food residue, and splatters for a sparkling clean microwave—no heavy scrubbing required.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
The fictional Cabinet uses the Constitution’s 25th Amendment to force the Democratic President to undergo a physical examination, which reveals a brain tumor that was affecting his judgment and emotional state.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
The bill also contains regulations on the uses of geolocation data, facial recognition technology and surveillance pricing tools.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
But does an Apple AirTag have any practical uses?
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
It was gradually decommissioned throughout the 1980s and has since been divided up for various uses.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
For investors, that reliance on a narrow set of supply sources and end uses can make palladium more reactive to geopolitical risk and shifts in auto production.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Methanol is a chemical with diverse uses and can be burned cleanly, producing no smoke.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
There will also be time set aside for individual research proposals that may find additional uses for the hardware.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
The first stage is only a watch, while the fifth stage is an emergency that restricts water to essential uses.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
The lab uses seawater to wash the aquariums.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
For example, exercise helps lower triglycerides – a type of fat in your blood that your body uses for energy, but can raise your risk of heart disease when levels are too high.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Now, Elmore — a former collegiate and Cincinnati Bengals professional football player — uses that experience to inspire others to create better futures for children in similar situations.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
This recipe uses walnuts instead of pecans, but keeps a healthy splash of bourbon.
—Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
At 6-foot-3, 198 pounds, Moore is a palm tree on the outside that uses his length to make route-running specifically difficult for opposing pass-catchers.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Rauch even uses the collection as her own personal library—a perk of the manager title.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The simple yet smart tool uses steam to loosen dirt, grime, food residue, and splatters for a sparkling clean microwave—no heavy scrubbing required.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
The fictional Cabinet uses the Constitution’s 25th Amendment to force the Democratic President to undergo a physical examination, which reveals a brain tumor that was affecting his judgment and emotional state.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
The wet wiping cloth wasn’t being kept in sanitizing solution between uses.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
The bill also contains regulations on the uses of geolocation data, facial recognition technology and surveillance pricing tools.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
But does an Apple AirTag have any practical uses?
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
It was gradually decommissioned throughout the 1980s and has since been divided up for various uses.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
For investors, that reliance on a narrow set of supply sources and end uses can make palladium more reactive to geopolitical risk and shifts in auto production.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Methanol is a chemical with diverse uses and can be burned cleanly, producing no smoke.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
There will also be time set aside for individual research proposals that may find additional uses for the hardware.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
The first stage is only a watch, while the fifth stage is an emergency that restricts water to essential uses.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uses
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Heating utilizes pellets made from wood offcuts from local forestry programs that would otherwise be thrown away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The collaboration utilizes two Strategic Partnership Projects and a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to turn fusion physics into industrial applications.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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Regeneron's gene therapy Otarmeni treats a rare disease where a faulty OTOF gene limits production of a protein that transmits sound signals in the ear.—
Angelica Peebles,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Reaching more people Although Otarmeni treats mutations that make up about 1% to 3% of cases of genetic hearing loss at birth, doctors expect that the approval of the first gene therapy will spur more work and investment into the field, broadening treatment options in the future.—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tourism Fiji leverages these shows, with a recent marketing campaign celebrating the 25th anniversary of Castaway and a pop-up event in New York to mark 50 seasons of Survivor.—
MIchelle Duff,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Apr. 2026
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Its menu leverages a tight roster of local suppliers, including honey from Bee Local 416, fish and meat from Woodward Meats, and produce from Muddy Crops for elegant, easy-to-share plates.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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In that same study, the soleus push-up, non-weight-bearing resistance activities, and stretching exercises were all found to have the potential to significantly improve glucose regulation, insulin sensitivity, and vascular function in those unable to perform traditional weight-bearing exercise.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Plank Knee Touch is more rehab-focused than other core exercises, but difficulty can be ramped up with a few easy adjustments.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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With the likes of Arch Manning (Texas), Dante Moore (Oregon), Julian Sayin (Ohio State) and LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina) expected to be available, there are rumblings the 2027 class could rival the 2024 edition that produced Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and Bo Nix.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The second-generation NFL playmaker can push the likes of Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette and John Metchie in camp.—
Mike Kaye
April 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The automatic discount also applies to all purchases made on the Free People app—no minimum purchase required.—
Hannah Chubb,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Even once the standard is set, the 2027 deadline applies to creating the rule, not putting the technology in cars right away.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Memory, in this story and elsewhere, serves as a tool for healing and change; Allende herself found catharsis in the act of writing the book.—
Laura Zornosa,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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This complex of Mayan vestiges serves as a testament to the mysterious and unexplainable engineering feats of this ancient civilization.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Lockwood exploits that conundrum, and even takes part in it.—
Joshua Minsoo Kim,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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If anything looks off, a professional inspection is a smart investment — far cheaper than an emergency roof repair after a storm exploits an existing weak spot.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Uses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uses. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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