: used or suitable for several different functions
a mixed-use building

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The same number of parking spaces, but newly available land for mixed-use development. Aurele Gouy, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025 Monfort Companies is also moving forward with plans for a new mixed-use development at 1962 Market St. and 1320 20th St., which recently received approval from the Lower Downtown Design Review Commission (LDDRC). Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2025 On top of that, the city is working with six to eight major developers wanting to bring homes, retail and mixed-use projects to Decatur. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2025 Further north of the Flournoy site along Mallard Creek Church Road, a 15-acre mixed-use development is underway. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mixed-use

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mixed-use was in 1972

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“Mixed-use.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mixed-use. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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