in use

idiom

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

Examples of in use in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web When the camera or mic is actively in use, camera or mic symbols appear in the address bar, too, on the right-hand side. David Nield/ Gizmodo, Quartz, 22 Apr. 2024 The service is in use at roughly 50 airports across the U.S., as well as at dozens of sports stadiums and other venues. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2024 It is estimated that more than 9 million lead water service lines are in use across the country, including 260,000 in Indiana. Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Apr. 2024 The bill also would ban the use of water cooling for future crypto mines but would not apply to crypto mines currently in use. Neal Earley, arkansasonline.com, 11 Apr. 2024 The new polymer banknotes will enter circulation on June 5 and the existing bills featuring the late Queen Elizabeth will remain in use. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024 Our tester liked the grippy handle and comfortable hold while in use. Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024 Its slow-close lid prevents the lid from slamming and making a ton of noise while in use. Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024 Weil says county was smart and careful in use of ARPA funds in past budgets Weil said the two county budgets during his term were fiscally responsible packages that helped cut costs and improve county services. Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2024

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“In use.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20use. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.

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