as in usefulness
the capacity for being useful for some purpose
the store specializes in gee-whiz gadgetry of dubious utility
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Recent Examples of utility
James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
The gas company suits accuse Gillett, among other things, of an anti-utility bias.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2025
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Noun
It has, however, been updated to meet modern expectations for utility, comfort, and luxury.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Duran projects to get the majority of backup shortstop reps behind Corey Seager if super-utility man Josh Smith becomes the everyday second baseman.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
The gas company suits accuse Gillett, among other things, of an anti-utility bias.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utility
Noun
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But in reality, their usefulness extends far beyond de-fuzzing black pants.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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Aside from its sheer usefulness, moss is also bewitchingly beautiful.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There are other candidates, including a Billy Bigelow-like romantic opportunity for Melissa, courtesy of Max Clayton.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The schedule at 4 North is similar to other units in the jail, with inmate counts multiple times a day.—
Diego Lasarte,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Detectives booked Avon Owens, 18, and another unidentified 18-year-old for murder and the use of a firearm during the commission of a murder on April 10, 2026.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Elegant folding design for easy storage in bags, backpacks or purses with a lightweight yet durable frame for everyday use.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Jeff’s worries, Rogers explains to the camera after seeing his young friend off, are different from the worry that one’s parents might separate.—
Jean Garnett,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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The three-block stretch, between 16th and 19th avenues, looks markedly different from just a year ago, when tents, abandoned cars and piles of trash crowded the street and sidewalks.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Hogan would try to slam Andre the Giant early in the match, but to no avail.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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On the opposite side is the High Commissioner’s thoughtful, compassionate secretary, Thomas Hopkins (Billy Howle), who is sympathetic to the Palestinians’ plight and tries to advise them at every step, to little avail.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Flora Chang, an analyst at financial services firm S&P Global Ratings told CNN the government’s proactive intervention has had some initial effect in curbing unhealthy competition, but platforms could find alternative ways to compete, including deploying subsidies in other forms.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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Authorities have also moved quickly to reinforce alternative supply routes through Red Sea ports, helping maintain the flow of goods into the kingdom and across parts of the Gulf.—
Alaa Shahine Salha,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The songs, by Randy Newman, are simple but charming little ditties, particularly the ensemble numbers where this makeshift band of misfits express their devotion to one another.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2026
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The dome became a makeshift stage in the middle of the field.—
Niyaz Pirani,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The animals live in small social groups — typically one stallion with several mares and their young — alongside separate bands of younger males.—
Derek Gatopoulos,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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Alternate methods exist as well, and depending on the appliance, the manufacturer may have a separate set of tips for the best results.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Utility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utility. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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