in use

idiom

: being used
All of the computers are currently in use.

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The bookings will be made on a first-come, first-serve basis, and the previous lottery system in use has been discontinued. Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025 Quantum science underlies a variety of real-world applications that have been in use for decades. Paul Terry, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025 On South Grove Avenue, the barriers between Prairie and Lake streets, next to Festival Park, will be in use only during large events. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2025 Glass: Glass ramekins are more similar to porcelain/ceramic in use and size. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for in use

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“In use.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20use. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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