Synonyms of reusing

reusing

verb

present participle of reuse

as in using

to put (something) to use again

I can reuse that empty container for another purpose.

Related Words

• using
• utilizing
• recycling
• employing
• applying
• exploiting
• cannibalizing
• operating
• exercising
• manipulating
• harnessing
• handling
• working
• wielding
• directing
• running

Dissimilar Words

• dumping
• tossing
• ignoring
• chucking
• throwing away
• neglecting
• throwing out
• junking
• misusing
• misapplying

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of reusing

At the same time, reusing existing material removes the need to mine fresh uranium or run isotopic enrichment plants for every new fuel batch. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

SpaceX has changed the launch vehicle paradigm by reusing rockets, which has made launches more affordable. — Euihyeon Choi, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026

Art supplies also require water and energy to make, pack and ship, so reusing them helps reduce the resources needed for new ones. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Law read you on Project Runway for reusing a look from the Drag Race season 16 premiere. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 29 July 2026

Gale promised to keep the vibe the same — reusing the same decor and plants seen in the previous location. — Jenna Thompson july 23, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

In short, reusing is one of the best ways to save money and recycle. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 20 July 2026

And while reusing first-stage rocket boosters (like the Super Heavy) is firmly within SpaceX’s wheelshouse, the company has never reused the upper stage of a rocket. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Beyond barrels, look into rain gardens, bioswales, or even reusing graywater from your laundry or shower. — Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026