in use

idiom

: being used
All of the computers are currently in use.

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In the mower’s more than 1,200 five-star ratings, plenty of customers report that the push mower is lightweight and very quiet when in use, and also appreciate how quickly the battery charges—about 25 minutes max. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025 Postwar France was home to about 2.5 million farms, but only around 25,000 tractors were in use. Made By History, Time, 25 Apr. 2025 For merchants to stay ahead of the curve, a tailored and flexible system is essential—one that can respond to unique risks based on the types of goods being sold, the market location and the sales channels in use. Paul Marcantonio, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 The vibrant colors and immersive visuals make the Astronaut Starry Sky Star Projector a fantastic gift for space lovers of any age. Don’t let the simple packaging fool you; the projector is genuinely impressive when in use. Tantse Walter, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in use

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“In use.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20use. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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