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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 reusing
Similar to any leftovers, recipes reusing pickle brine should be refrigerated at all times and eaten within a short time.
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Key milestones achieved include reusing a Super Heavy booster and catching it with mechanical arms.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The Louvre alerted French immigration authorities in December 2024 that Chinese tour guides were defrauding ticketing systems for groups of Chinese tourists, reusing the same ticket multiple times.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The quiet interiors — defined by the revamp the stately building has undergone in the ‘50s — is characterized by an understated palette of neutral stone flooring and wooden furnishings, which were developed reusing existing materials.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
Also, reusing local rubble reduces the carbon emissions from transporting heavy sand and gravel across long distances.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Cost-containment measures, like consolidating software licenses and reusing expensive sets rather than continually tearing them down, were put in place.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 May 2026
Others are reusing printer paper, flipping old documents over to print on the blank side.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
For the newly initiated, there is subtle messaging around the use of refillable water stations or reusing towels and linens, notes on sustainable shopping printed on hangers in closets, and a sand hourglass timer in the shower to help reduce water waste.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Key milestones achieved include reusing a Super Heavy booster and catching it with mechanical arms.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The Louvre alerted French immigration authorities in December 2024 that Chinese tour guides were defrauding ticketing systems for groups of Chinese tourists, reusing the same ticket multiple times.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The quiet interiors — defined by the revamp the stately building has undergone in the ‘50s — is characterized by an understated palette of neutral stone flooring and wooden furnishings, which were developed reusing existing materials.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
Also, reusing local rubble reduces the carbon emissions from transporting heavy sand and gravel across long distances.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Cost-containment measures, like consolidating software licenses and reusing expensive sets rather than continually tearing them down, were put in place.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 May 2026
Others are reusing printer paper, flipping old documents over to print on the blank side.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
For the newly initiated, there is subtle messaging around the use of refillable water stations or reusing towels and linens, notes on sustainable shopping printed on hangers in closets, and a sand hourglass timer in the shower to help reduce water waste.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reusing
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The Tribune adopted it in 1940, but Porter’s motto remained largely a regional phenomenon for four decades until CBS broadcaster Brent Musburger, a former Chicago newspaper reporter, began using it during the NCAA tournament in 1982.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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But Cole overcame that initial adversity, getting Jonathan Aranda to fly out harmlessly, and then using a slick inside move to pick off Simpson.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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Wall space can sometimes be limited in the bathroom, so utilizing mirrors that are both functional and attractive is a smart way to introduce wall décor.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
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Calderon, other citizens, and city council members submitted maps, utilizing online computer software.—
Richard J. Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026
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“Reusing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reusing. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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