as in to use
to put into action or service
we must utilize all the tools at our disposal
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Recent Examples of utilize
He’s utilized every part of his identity in his art—there is no separating the art from the artist.
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
This type of agreement grants WWE the right to utilize these individuals' likenesses and intellectual property for various commercial purposes.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The company remains committed to utilizing new technology to make pumping more comfortable and hassle-free.
—Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
For up-to-date Public Health Information and restoration of public utilities, please utilize the links and contacts below.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
This type of agreement grants WWE the right to utilize these individuals' likenesses and intellectual property for various commercial purposes.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The company remains committed to utilizing new technology to make pumping more comfortable and hassle-free.
—Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
For up-to-date Public Health Information and restoration of public utilities, please utilize the links and contacts below.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utilize
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The team used surrogate dogs -- since adopted through the humane society -- to help give birth to the dire wolves, which are white.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Prosecutors said Mahdi constantly used brutality to solve his problems.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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In other words, the same asset that feels untouchable when trying to borrow from a bank suddenly becomes fully visible when applying for student aid.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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After the announcement of the acquisition, China took its turn to apply the pressure.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Apr. 2025
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Chinese discount retailers like Shein and Temu and many Amazon, Walmart, Shopify and other marketplace retailers have exploited the de minimus exception to their advantage.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In December 2024, Chinese hackers launched an audacious cyberattack on the U.S. Treasury, exploiting third-party software vulnerabilities.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Following successful efforts in Indonesia, the Sheba Hope Grows™ program has grown to include a global network of more than 200 reef builders worldwide, some employing different methods catered more specifically to their environment.—
Cat Cardenas,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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According to the group’s letter, these businesses account for more than $800 million in annual revenue, employing thousands of people internationally and domestically.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Utilize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utilize. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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