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use

verb

/juːz/

Meaning

to employ something for a purpose; to take advantage of

To employ something for a purpose.

I use my computer for work and entertainment.

She used her phone to call a taxi.

make use of

employ, utilize, apply, operate, exploit, handle

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employ, utilize, apply, operate

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apply, utilize, employ, exploit, handle

avoid, neglect, ignore, waste

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avoid, neglect, ignore

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neglect, waste, ignore

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

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use properly, use effectively, use for, put to use, make use of

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use time, use opportunity, use resources, use effectively

to stare with wide open eyes, often in surprise or wonder

to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone; to make content

To form small creases or wrinkles.

to break open suddenly; to be full of something

to deliberately avoid doing or consuming something

to cut with a sharp tool; to cut into pieces