in use

idiom

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

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But there is no evidence that the vaccines in use now cause any other major safety risks, including pediatric deaths. Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025 The monocular microdisplay delivers 42 pixels per degree and 5,000-nit brightness, bright enough for outdoor use, and disappears when not in use. Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 The second opportunity comes after the kitchen is already in use. Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025 Unopened bottles of Kirkland Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene run the risk of shattering, even when not handled or in use. Amber Brenza, Health, 17 Sep. 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 20 Sep. 2025.

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