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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
Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Aubrey mother uses rally to teach daughter Aubrey residents Emily Murray, 43, and her 9-year-old daughter Storie spent Friday evening making signs and decorating a shirt before attending their first No Kings protest in Frisco on Saturday.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Naboso was developed by a podiatrist and uses texture on all products to stimulate the feet, improving overall foot awareness, foot strength and aiding in recovery.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The formula uses smudge-proof tubing polymers that wrap around each lash and hold up through long days without flaking or smudging.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Originating in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), ear seeding is a form of auriculotherapy, a treatment method that uses acupressure techniques on the ear.
—Patsy Anthony, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Essentially, the process uses a laser to convert biocomponents already existing in the paper into a glue-like product that can be heat-sealed!
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
The Orion capsule includes a space toilet (with a door for privacy) that uses a vacuum system to vent urine into space.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
How the robot ump actually sees every pitch The system uses a network of high-speed cameras placed around the stadium to track the baseball in three dimensions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Kelp has additional uses such as fuel and fertilizer.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Several outdated office buildings around Atlanta are also undergoing conversion into residential uses.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Used tea leaves and bags have varied uses, including deodorizing shoes and fridges.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
Engineering Engineering, the application of science to the optimum conversion of the resources of nature to the uses of humankind.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Demand for catalytic converters and other industrial uses already exists in the current manufacturing system.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
And different levels of enrichment have very different uses and strategic significance.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Every Cure works to find new uses for existing drugs, with the goal of finding treatments for diseases that were previously untreatable.
—Brad Quick, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
In the maneuver, a deputy or officer or trooper uses the front of his or her patrol car to push the rear corner of a fleeing car or truck, forcing it into a spin and allowing the officer to block the car and bring it to a stop.
—Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Aubrey mother uses rally to teach daughter Aubrey residents Emily Murray, 43, and her 9-year-old daughter Storie spent Friday evening making signs and decorating a shirt before attending their first No Kings protest in Frisco on Saturday.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Naboso was developed by a podiatrist and uses texture on all products to stimulate the feet, improving overall foot awareness, foot strength and aiding in recovery.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The formula uses smudge-proof tubing polymers that wrap around each lash and hold up through long days without flaking or smudging.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Originating in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), ear seeding is a form of auriculotherapy, a treatment method that uses acupressure techniques on the ear.
—Patsy Anthony, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2026
Essentially, the process uses a laser to convert biocomponents already existing in the paper into a glue-like product that can be heat-sealed!
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
The Orion capsule includes a space toilet (with a door for privacy) that uses a vacuum system to vent urine into space.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026
How the robot ump actually sees every pitch The system uses a network of high-speed cameras placed around the stadium to track the baseball in three dimensions.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Noun
Confronted with larger workloads and a shrinking headcount, AI — both the kind officially approved by companies and more surreptitious uses — has made its way via support staff into essential Hollywood workflows, including the creative development process.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Kelp has additional uses such as fuel and fertilizer.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Several outdated office buildings around Atlanta are also undergoing conversion into residential uses.
—Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Used tea leaves and bags have varied uses, including deodorizing shoes and fridges.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
Engineering Engineering, the application of science to the optimum conversion of the resources of nature to the uses of humankind.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Demand for catalytic converters and other industrial uses already exists in the current manufacturing system.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
And different levels of enrichment have very different uses and strategic significance.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
Every Cure works to find new uses for existing drugs, with the goal of finding treatments for diseases that were previously untreatable.
—Brad Quick, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uses
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Its 11-inch Liquid Retina display utilizes P3 wide color and True Tone technology to provide stunning visuals with ultra-low reflectivity.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
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All calls will be checked by a framework that utilizes the 12 Hawk-Eye cameras that are universal to all MLB parks.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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The script, by Ed Solomon, treats the Sklar siblings as cardboard grotesques—heartless, talentless, united in their loathing of a father who loathes them right back.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Peterson is that archetype, and Tankathon’s board treats him like the kind of lead option who can reset a rebuild quickly.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Its camera system leverages Google AI to ensure everyone looks their best, while its Adaptive Battery can stretch up to 100 hours in Extreme Battery Saver mode.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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With more than 100 million monthly active users, Samsung TV Plus leverages the strength of the Samsung smart-TV business.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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The exercises below are broken up across those three categories.—
Jim Diehl CSCS,
Outside,
29 Mar. 2026
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This unique training chair supports over 20 exercises, including back extensions and glute work, and is ideal for building core strength.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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On the other side were Jews who tended to be far more concerned about the resurgence of antisemitism on the right, from the likes of Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes, and believed that Israel’s aggressive actions were partially responsible for making Jews unsafe.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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In the same period, the stock market’s rocketed 9,000%, creating immense wealth for the likes of executives who get options, restricted stock and other equity grants.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The bill only applies to social media platforms with $1 billion or more in annual advertising revenue, a pool that includes other social media giants such as YouTube and TikTok but may not capture other popular platforms like Discord, which is widely used by gamers.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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The overtime deduction applies to compensation covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act, or FLSA.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That agency serves around 2 million people in Santa Clara County.—
Max Darrow,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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This new restaurant next to the 74-year-old Silver Wheel roller skating rink on Grants Lane serves breakfast and lunch that tastes home-cooked with dessert that is worth a stop alone.—
Ella Gonzales
April 1,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Somehow, though, these exploits make for dreary reading.—
Matt Weinstock,
New Yorker,
25 Mar. 2026
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Consider how Russia exploits disasters and climate debates.—
Michael Chertoff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Uses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uses. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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