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to put (something) to use again
I can reuse that empty container for another purpose.
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Recent Examples of reuse
Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Things that are broken in, that are still in great shape, can be reused and reworn.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
The measure outlines $450 million for large-scale recycling and reuse grants, $550 million for broader recycling programs, and $500 million for conveyance infrastructure upgrades, plus additional investments in other habitat and restoration activities.
—Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 7 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Consider reusing them in the garden instead.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026
Things that are broken in, that are still in great shape, can be reused and reworn.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
For example, according to the report diverting 10 percent of textiles to reuse could support about 1,000 green jobs, while 24 percent could create 2,500.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
The measure outlines $450 million for large-scale recycling and reuse grants, $550 million for broader recycling programs, and $500 million for conveyance infrastructure upgrades, plus additional investments in other habitat and restoration activities.
—Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reuse
Verb
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Activists have used whistles to alert neighborhoods to the presence of federal immigration agents, disrupt operations and create public pressure.—
Asra Q. Nomani,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Al-Bakoush, 58, appeared Friday afternoon in federal court in Washington, wearing a gray hoodie and using a wheelchair.—
ERIC TUCKER,
Arkansas Online,
7 Feb. 2026
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Callella, 42, is accused of using a voice over internet protocol text and call application to surreptitiously reach out to the family, but authorities were able to link the phone number to his email address and, later, his residence, according to the complaint.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Callella has been arrested on suspicion of transmitting a demand for ransom in interstate commerce, and without disclosing his identity, utilizing a telecommunications device with the intent to abuse, threaten or harass a person.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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And there was a lot of discussion about AI, but it really wasn’t being utilized in film and television production.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The growth in connected TV usage proved most dramatic in Indonesia and the Philippines, highlighting how living room viewing on large screens is becoming central to the streaming category’s evolution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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The batteries will store electricity taken from the grid when usage and rates are lowest, primarily at night, and use it to charge cars during the day when rates are higher.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reuse. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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