as in to use
to put (something) to use again
I can reuse that empty container for another purpose.
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Recent Examples of reuse
Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 13 Jan. 2025
By reusing the first stage, the company hopes to lower the costs of such missions.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Srikanta Datta, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
However, the roller heads dulled after weekly reuse, impacting effectiveness — making regular replacements essential, though potentially costly.
—Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Yet, more than 75% of a mattress is recyclable, according to MRC: its wood, steel, foams and fibers can be stripped, sold and reused.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 13 Jan. 2025
By reusing the first stage, the company hopes to lower the costs of such missions.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
By centralizing tools and encouraging the reuse of shared resources, platform engineering reduces redundancies and boosts return on investment—a critical advantage in economically uncertain times.
—Srikanta Datta, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
However, the roller heads dulled after weekly reuse, impacting effectiveness — making regular replacements essential, though potentially costly.
—Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reuse
Verb
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Dash makes compact kitchen appliances that are super easy to use, clean, and store.—
Brenda Stolyar,
WIRED,
31 Jan. 2025
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These artifacts provide a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and design of helmets used by early Scandinavian societies.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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After a thorough investigation with the assistance of the West Hartford Police Department, police named Preston as the suspect in the theft, and an arrest warrant application was submitted and approved by New Britain Superior Court, according to police.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
28 Jan. 2025
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Online applications will be accepted through March 7.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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As a general rule of thumb, Adidas jackets that utilize polyester or nylon tend to boast the highest moisture-wicking capability.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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This marks Spanx’s first-ever denim line, utilizing innovative technology to redefine fit and comfort.—
Essence,
Essence,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The analysis revealed that password is both common and persistent in usage.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Right before the elbow injury last year, Giolito had started tweaking some pitch usages and grips to avoid some of the bad results from the previous year.—
Jen McCaffrey,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reuse. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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