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as in applicable
capable of being put to use or account
useful suggestions for limiting the amount of food we eat
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
I've found this tool really useful for making sure all my pictures are hung straight
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as in helpful
providing service or assistance
hopefully, the consultant's financial advice will prove useful in planning for our retirement
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Recent Examples of useful
Magnesium citrate may be the most useful oral form for muscle pain.
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Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Apr. 2025
According to the team, these findings show that artificial wetlands like La Cantera Oriente could be a useful tool in axolotl conservation.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2025
Imposing deadlines can be a useful tool in diplomatic negotiations, but parties to a war that both sides regard as existential are unlikely to treat a date on the American political calendar as sufficient motivation unless there are material costs for non-compliance.
—Eric Green, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
Cleaning spills quickly and identifying any other water sources, such as leaky pipes, can also be useful.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
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Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Apr. 2025
According to the team, these findings show that artificial wetlands like La Cantera Oriente could be a useful tool in axolotl conservation.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2025
Imposing deadlines can be a useful tool in diplomatic negotiations, but parties to a war that both sides regard as existential are unlikely to treat a date on the American political calendar as sufficient motivation unless there are material costs for non-compliance.
—Eric Green, Time, 30 Apr. 2025
Cleaning spills quickly and identifying any other water sources, such as leaky pipes, can also be useful.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for useful
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Technically, federal holidays are applicable only to federal employees and the District of Columbia, meaning states individually determine their legal holidays, according to the Congressional Research Service.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Always track your earnings, save for taxes if applicable, and keep records of invoices and payments to manage your freelance business professionally. 7.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Both versions will only be sold via the Vinegar Syndrome website and will not be otherwise available from online or brick-and-mortar retailers.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
4 May 2025
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Read on for Deadline’s interview with Danny McBride about The Righteous Gemstones finale, now available to stream on Max. DEADLINE: Tell me why a show like Righteous Gemstones was so important during this era.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 May 2025
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Leaders who intend to be helpful may instead create dependency and hesitation.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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This unique blend ensures that communities not only receive factual, helpful insights but also remain captivated by dynamic and compelling storytelling.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Peppler manages to offer both a practical guide to place and a way to (almost) replicate it from afar.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Here's a few practical tips: When trying to use your phone, text – don't call.—
Joel Shannon,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Sofia Grainge's rain jacket is functional and cute.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Emerging product categories—like functional beverages, beauty products and sustainable food—are booming.—
Shawn Cole,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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This change is beneficial when helpful gut bacteria are depleted.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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Voice therapy through working with a speech pathologist alongside botulinum toxin administration may also be beneficial.—
Indu Subramanian,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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Goals workshop: The American Association of University Women Poway/PQ branch will host Vicki Halsey, vice president of applied learning with the Ken Blanchard Companies.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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While a regional court in Cologne initially recognized four of Birkenstock’s shoe models as works of applied art and granted the company’s orders in 2017, a higher regional court in the city later overturned the orders on appeal in 2022.—
Karen K. Ho,
ARTnews.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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The cabinet doors are operable, despite paintings and sconces.—
Tim Crout,
Curbed,
1 May 2025
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While the games are only operable while the car is in park, that hasn’t stopped driving safety advocates from raising concerns.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Useful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/useful. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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