as in spending
to make complete use of
we used up the last of the flour when we made the waffles
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Recent Examples of using up
Starting in a small section at the top of a wall, wipe the wallpaper using up-and-down strokes.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
The strategy of using up existing plastic bags before the law takes effect was also employed by the Save Mart Cos.
—Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 23 Dec. 2025
Control the device with your voice using up to 18 different commands.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
The strategy of using up existing plastic bags before the law takes effect was also employed by the Save Mart Cos.
—Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 23 Dec. 2025
Control the device with your voice using up to 18 different commands.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for using up
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To be sure, the AI boom could deliver that revenue surge—but even slight weakening in spending growth across the industry could hit CoreWeave disproportionately.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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For example, financial therapist Aja Evans recommends leaning into self-care activities that cost little to no money, like going outside and spending time with family and friends.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Here's what regularly consuming olive oil can do for the body, as explained by dietitians.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
10 Jan. 2026
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For most people, consuming enough protein isn’t an issue, Taub-Dix said.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Dominik Szoboszlai was one of Liverpool’s standout players in the 3-2 win at Newcastle on Monday, despite playing out of position.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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What’s happening in Manatee, said Belanger of the Local Solutions Support Center, reflects a broader strategy playing out in states nationwide, where governors have increasingly preempted local decisions on everything from criminal justice to health care and social policy.—
Josh Salman,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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Indoor poinsettias should be repotted out of poorly draining pots as soon as possible, while outdoor plants should only be transplanted outside when temperatures are above 50°F.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Add a base layer of well-draining potting mix to the bottom of the new pot, about a few inches deep.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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Jovanny Hernandez followed stories of immigration throughout the year, including Judge Hannah Dugan’s obstruction charges and Yessenia Ruano’s decision to return to El Salvador after exhausting options in Milwaukee.—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
26 Dec. 2025
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Nancy went out to work in the fields and took a job in a school cafeteria, exhausting herself to hold on to the children.—
Alex Abramovich,
New Yorker,
22 Dec. 2025
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In that case, the city could begin drawing down its nonrenewable water resources, which isn’t sustainable in the long term, legally or physically, according to officials.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The couple moved to North Carolina from Camp Pendleton in California in September, drawing down their savings.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Privacy and partners Lenovo built Qira using a hybrid AI architecture.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Kansas City officials approved the initial funding for the temporary facility in October, using funds from the public safety sales tax.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Permeable pavers allow rainwater to soak into the ground, reducing flood risk, while offering an upscale look.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Using up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/using%20up. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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