in use

phrase

: being used

All of the computers are currently in use.

Examples of in use in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The self-rinsing jet remains enclosed when not in use, so there’s less worry about the spread of bacteria. — Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

The mouthpiece sits flat in the lid when not in use, then flips up for a sip. — New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026

The technology is currently in use at Reagan Washington National Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and Washington Dulles International Airport. — Mira Bhakta, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2026

Want to block the camera for security purposes or to protect the lens when not in use? — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for in use

• abstruse
• abuse
• adduce
• atreus
• caboose
• cayuse
• conduce
• deduce
• diffuse
• disuse
• excuse
• footloose