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
Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
There are commonalities between the 8- and 24-dimensional cases in terms of the foundational theory and overall architecture of the proof, meaning some of the code from the 8-dimensional case could be refactored and reused.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Adam Harrington, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
And importantly, when the cleat that houses the power meter wears out, the meter can be removed for reuse and the cleat can be replaced.
—Ben Coxworth
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Additionally, certain fungal diseases are valid reasons not to reuse soil.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
There are commonalities between the 8- and 24-dimensional cases in terms of the foundational theory and overall architecture of the proof, meaning some of the code from the 8-dimensional case could be refactored and reused.
—IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2026
Noun
Preservation Chicago advised there are numerous options for adaptive reuse of the buildings, including turning the church into a community center or Chicago Public Library branch, turning the rectory into affordable apartments, and turning the school into a charter school serving local students.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
And importantly, when the cleat that houses the power meter wears out, the meter can be removed for reuse and the cleat can be replaced.
—Ben Coxworth
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reuse
Verb
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When Carolyn finally walked through the doors at the back of the chapel and down the aisle, Reverend O’Byrne had to lead the pair through their vows using a flashlight.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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DiBlasi said that using AI in social interactions stunts emotional growth and can perpetuate feelings of loneliness and isolation.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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The stretchable electrolyte can also be used in flexible batteries for medical applications.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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Last month, the agency faced a firestorm of criticism for initially refusing to review an application from Moderna for an mRNA flu vaccine before ultimately accepting the application with some adjustments.—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There was an emphasis to utilize his slurve and four-seam fastball.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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However, this may add to flight times and fuel usage, at a time when oil prices are surging.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Such usage rates are concerning because interceptor production has historically lagged behind operational demand.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reuse. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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