as in tool
an article intended for use in work
participants in the class must supply their own writing utensils
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Recent Examples of utensil
Paint brush used as a food grade utensil.
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David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
The scalloped edges and speckled texture add a textural layer to your tapescape while serving as a sweet landing spot for serving utensils during meals.
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Mina Dragani,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
Each tier holds an impressive 80 pounds, and the top portion includes an upper hook rack with eight S-hooks to hold mugs and utensils.
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Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
Think pots and pans with hooks through the handles, sheet pans stored vertically, cutting boards, cooking utensils, spice jars, dish towels, and so much more.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for utensil
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
The scalloped edges and speckled texture add a textural layer to your tapescape while serving as a sweet landing spot for serving utensils during meals.
—
Mina Dragani,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
Each tier holds an impressive 80 pounds, and the top portion includes an upper hook rack with eight S-hooks to hold mugs and utensils.
—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
Think pots and pans with hooks through the handles, sheet pans stored vertically, cutting boards, cooking utensils, spice jars, dish towels, and so much more.
—
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for utensil
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utensil
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The analyst sees scope for further penetration of this tool as advertisers using the product are increasing spending at nearly twice the rate of non-users.
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FolderFort also includes flexible sharing tools, allowing users to generate public links or restrict access to specific collaborators.
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Those who rely on custom mobility devices still have to fly commercial or find another way to get to the games, and risk damage to their wheelchairs in the process.
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These devices are a direct answer to that problem.
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The company’s instruments are useful to astronomers and are often found in remote observatories like Starfront.
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Some countries have moved to ban or block certain markets entirely, and in the United States, the rapid growth of event contracts has sparked an ongoing fight between federal regulators and state authorities over whether these products are closer to financial instruments or unlicensed gambling.
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“Utensil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utensil. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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