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🛠️use

verb
/juːz/ (verb), /juːs/ (noun)
Usage used
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Meaning

To employ something for a purpose.
to employ something for a purpose; to take advantage of

Example Sentences

She used her phone to call a taxi.

I use my computer for work and entertainment.

Example Expressions

make use of

Synonyms

apply, utilize, employ, exploit, handle, operate
Entry 1
apply, utilize, employ, exploit, handle
Entry 2
employ, utilize, apply, operate

Antonyms

neglect, waste, ignore, avoid
Entry 1
neglect, waste, ignore
Entry 2
avoid, neglect, ignore

Collocations

use time, use opportunity, use resources, use effectively, use properly, use for, put to use, make use of
Entry 1
use time, use opportunity, use resources, use effectively
Entry 2
use properly, use effectively, use for, put to use, make use of

More Example Sentences

When I was your age, I used to work harder.

I study English because I love this subject.

When I was your age, I used to be more regular.

When I was your age, I used to be more organized.

Ma'am, may I be excused? I need to use the toilet.

When I was your age, I used to be more disciplined.

Ma'am, may I be excused? I need to use the washroom.

Ma'am, may I be excused? I need to use the restroom.

I study English because it's very important and necessary.

I study English because I want to improve my English skill.

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