1
as in utilizing
to put into action or service
I will need to use the large hammer for this project
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in treating
to behave toward in a stated way
the factory workers were underpaid and poorly used by their employers
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in exploiting
to take unfair advantage of
I was paying for everything on our little outing, and I was starting to feel like I was being used
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of using
Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.
—
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Guests can order the complimentary coffee in-bakery, through the mobile app, or online using code FREECOFFEE.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Crafted with recycled materials, the collection is entirely vegan, furthering Rombaut’s dedication to using earth-friendly components.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Unbeknownst to his family and childhood friends, Jacob is secretly using this trip as a way to confront and finally beat up his High School bully, Nate Tagliabu (Justin Long).
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2025
The main goal for the researchers was to innovate, creating these vital materials from sustainable, green sources using processes that generate minimal waste and risk.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025
Sarah Moore, executive director of the Arkansas Justice Reform Coalition, questioned the legality of using American Rescue Plan Act funds for the project.
—Arkansas Online, 3 Nov. 2025
In September, the Supreme Court temporarily lifted a lower court’s injunction that had prohibited ICE agents from using race or ethnicity as a factor in immigration stops in the Los Angeles area.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
This watch guide was created using technology provided by Data Skrive.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Guests can order the complimentary coffee in-bakery, through the mobile app, or online using code FREECOFFEE.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Crafted with recycled materials, the collection is entirely vegan, furthering Rombaut’s dedication to using earth-friendly components.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Unbeknownst to his family and childhood friends, Jacob is secretly using this trip as a way to confront and finally beat up his High School bully, Nate Tagliabu (Justin Long).
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2025
The main goal for the researchers was to innovate, creating these vital materials from sustainable, green sources using processes that generate minimal waste and risk.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025
Sarah Moore, executive director of the Arkansas Justice Reform Coalition, questioned the legality of using American Rescue Plan Act funds for the project.
—Arkansas Online, 3 Nov. 2025
In September, the Supreme Court temporarily lifted a lower court’s injunction that had prohibited ICE agents from using race or ethnicity as a factor in immigration stops in the Los Angeles area.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
This watch guide was created using technology provided by Data Skrive.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for using
Verb
-
To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
-
This involves utilizing technology to enhance autonomy, making informed decisions based on data, and coordinating tactics within groups for future combat.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
It could be used in the creation of next-generation bioelectronic devices or internal medical tools, like pacemakers, implantable glucose sensors, and brain electrodes used for treating neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
-
The cast largely helps to keep things grounded, rebutting the histrionics by treating each claim with legitimacy or reciting each gauche line with apt conviction.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The approach against City is likely to be similar, to avoid Haaland exploiting space in transition.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
-
Oakland, meanwhile, arrives off a brutal 121-78 road loss to Michigan, exposing defensive issues, particularly against a team capable of exploiting zones and creating open perimeter shots.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Many major airlines are also waiving change fees and penalties for passengers who are looking to switch their flights on their own, though some carriers are applying limits.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Thompson immediately began applying for jobs, including DoorDash, grocery stores and substitute teaching.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
-
With 40 grind settings and a 300 gram bean hopper, this electric grinder is capable of handling grinding for larger batches.—
Jack Byram,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The pair also pretended that Tammy was allegedly abusing them.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
-
Archbishop Mitty product and San Jose native Aaron Gordon scored 18 while abusing Podziemski and other Warriors guards in the low post.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Williams pointed to schools potentially using magnetometers at events, while employing additional law enforcement to patrol the perimeter of large gatherings.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
-
Solutions, employing old and new technologies, are under development by a number of private and public companies and in collaboration with the Department of Energy, which is required by law to accept and store spent nuclear fuel.—
Bob Woods,
CNBC,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The extreme survival competition is returning to its Monday 8 PM slot, serving as a launch pad for Memory of a Killer.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
-
Altra Running global brand president Jen McLaren, Vibram president and global brand chief officer Fabrizio Gamberini and Saucony vice president Ted Fitzpatrick will take part in the discussion, with FN senior digital news writer Ian Servantes serving as moderator.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Using.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/using. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share