as in to use
to put (something) to use again
I can reuse that empty container for another purpose.
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Recent Examples of reuse
Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
The metals can then be reused, but the intricate atomic arrangement that once enabled high-energy storage is lost in the process.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Any other creation theory – hollow Earth, flat Earth, mud collection, hanging cord, corpse reuse, dreamtime, biosphere as gemstone in the ring of a galactic giant, please insert alternative here.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
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Verb
The box is very luxurious and can easily be reused for holiday seasons to come.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
The metals can then be reused, but the intricate atomic arrangement that once enabled high-energy storage is lost in the process.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
In fact, disposable medical apparel is valued for helping reduce cross-contamination risk, because single-use items are not subjected to laundering cycles or reuse.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Any other creation theory – hollow Earth, flat Earth, mud collection, hanging cord, corpse reuse, dreamtime, biosphere as gemstone in the ring of a galactic giant, please insert alternative here.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reuse
Verb
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Privacy and partners Lenovo built Qira using a hybrid AI architecture.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Soft, spreadable butter that can be used instantly on toast and biscuits, or in baking recipes for cookies, cakes, and more.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Microsoft President Brad Smith speaks at a press conference at the Representation of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia about future visions for the development and application of artificial intelligence in education in NRW in Berlin on June 4, 2025.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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In the capital, Caracas, CNN took a rare look at the application.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The mini-flying probe will utilize active shock-absorption technology to safely land on slopes.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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But Hall said this bill, which could be considered by the House when lawmakers reconvene in February, has the potential to harm those youth too because a lot of people experiencing homelessness and utilizing services and shelters are families with children.—
Troy Isbell,
Oklahoma Voice,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Individual customers' bills will vary according to their usage rates.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Created during the prolific reign of Louis XIV, the Académie Française has played a significant role in shaping French culture, preserving and updating the country’s language, grammar and usage over time.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reuse. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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