1
as in utilizes
to put into action or service
I will need to use the large hammer for this project
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2
as in treats
to behave toward in a stated way
the factory workers were underpaid and poorly used by their employers
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as in leverages
to take unfair advantage of
I was paying for everything on our little outing, and I was starting to feel like I was being used
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as in exercises
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
the use of boom boxes is strictly prohibited in the park
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as in likes
positive regard for something
I have no use for slackers
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Recent Examples of uses
Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Some suburbs are considering microtransit alternatives to DART, similar to the on-demand system Arlington uses in lieu of mass transit.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
The clinic has also patented its Vichy shower bed, which uses heat, sound, vibration, and pressure to apply 40 different Ayurvedic therapies.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Mary Lou Armstrong, a self‑described introvert, uses an AI chatbot as a mentor while building her new business.
—Robbie Owens, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The tool uses a large language model (LLM) to analyze and reorder the posts in real time.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Middle Tennessee centers on Rolf and Daughters in Nashville, where Philip Krajeck constructs a dish that uses every part of the tomato plant, from fruit to vine.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Instead of treating touch as a simple raw pressure input, the system uses neuromorphic encoding (modeled from biological nerves) to translate force into rapid electrical spikes.
—New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2026
The gym has brilliant Technogym Artis equipment, a UK first which uses AI to assess wellness levels and create bespoke workout programs.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Companies are aggressively rolling out AI applications based on these models for real world uses.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
The uses aren’t limited to domestic settings; this tiny home would also make a fantastic pop-up shop for your business ventures or other short-term stays.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
With Aritzia occupying 40,000 square feet, there’s still a lot of space at the site leftover for other uses, possibly offices.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Shoppers love how this sideboard from Kelly Clarkson Home has many uses, including a TV stand and at-home bar.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
However, the full spectrum of uses for this popular cleaning product has likely been untapped in your home.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Confronted by a shaky office market, a growing number of developers are considering ways to convert their office properties to other uses such as housing projects or data centers.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Broken terracotta pots have many uses outdoors.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
The committee uses 12 criteria to determine who belongs in the field and where teams should be seeded.
—Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
Some suburbs are considering microtransit alternatives to DART, similar to the on-demand system Arlington uses in lieu of mass transit.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026
The clinic has also patented its Vichy shower bed, which uses heat, sound, vibration, and pressure to apply 40 different Ayurvedic therapies.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Mary Lou Armstrong, a self‑described introvert, uses an AI chatbot as a mentor while building her new business.
—Robbie Owens, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
The tool uses a large language model (LLM) to analyze and reorder the posts in real time.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Middle Tennessee centers on Rolf and Daughters in Nashville, where Philip Krajeck constructs a dish that uses every part of the tomato plant, from fruit to vine.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
Instead of treating touch as a simple raw pressure input, the system uses neuromorphic encoding (modeled from biological nerves) to translate force into rapid electrical spikes.
—New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2026
The gym has brilliant Technogym Artis equipment, a UK first which uses AI to assess wellness levels and create bespoke workout programs.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Noun
It’s often used in conjunction with acetaminophen or other drugs that can damage the liver and is often prescribed by doctors for these uses.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
Companies are aggressively rolling out AI applications based on these models for real world uses.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
The uses aren’t limited to domestic settings; this tiny home would also make a fantastic pop-up shop for your business ventures or other short-term stays.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
With Aritzia occupying 40,000 square feet, there’s still a lot of space at the site leftover for other uses, possibly offices.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Shoppers love how this sideboard from Kelly Clarkson Home has many uses, including a TV stand and at-home bar.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Feb. 2026
However, the full spectrum of uses for this popular cleaning product has likely been untapped in your home.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Confronted by a shaky office market, a growing number of developers are considering ways to convert their office properties to other uses such as housing projects or data centers.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Broken terracotta pots have many uses outdoors.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uses
Verb
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The filling utilizes whole lemons (except the seeds), sliced thin and macerated in sugar for several hours (or overnight) to soften and sweeten the peel, and then combined with a custard filling.—
Carolynn Carreño,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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The show utilizes vivid color and energetic music to encourage kids to participate in the various adventures and activities, whether that’s mimicking Danny’s dance moves, flying like an airplane, or battling the aforementioned gravity-defying goldfish.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
14 Feb. 2026
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Or, more to the point, director Grant Gee treats his 102 minutes of baroque ennui as the devil claiming his due.—
Ben Croll,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2026
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John wants to create a magazine that treats politics like pop culture, banking on his ability to move seamlessly between the two worlds.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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Activism thrives on corporate uncertainty and increasingly leverages a fast-changing media environment to exert pressure.—
Sam Wolf,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Enforcement leverages platform control and algorithm filing systems.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Do one complete set (on both sides for the sided exercises) from each of the three categories above at least once daily.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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The exercises that build a strong, defined back A balanced routine that includes strength training, cardio, and mobility can improve everything from daily function to athletic performance, while also shaping muscle over time.—
Ciara Lucas,
SELF,
15 Feb. 2026
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When serious plans were drawn up for the conquest of space in the late 1940s by the likes of Werner Von Braun, the question of astronauts had a simple and obvious answer – of course they'd be needed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
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Rumfield was blocked in the Bronx by the likes of Ben Rice and Paul Goldschmidt.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But ultrarunning officials worry WADA may not be considering how point two—the ability to cause harm—applies to the unique demands of the sport.—
Dan England,
Outside,
5 Feb. 2026
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Avoiding paying the tax for this season delays when the Magic could get hit with the repeater tax, which applies to teams that have been above the league’s tax line for at least three of the previous four seasons.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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While based in Fort Worth, Goodwill North Central Texas serves 18 counties in the region.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Eric Robles serves as showrunner and executive producer.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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At the same time, the regime shamelessly exploits international sporting events to legitimize itself and whitewash its crimes.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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For Abercrombie & Fitch, fraud often exploits early refund programs and customer service escalation, according to Rob Sondergaard, the apparel retailer’s senior director of returns, fraud and abuse.—
Peter Sadera,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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