re·use
(ˌ)rē-ˈyüz 
reused; reusing; reuses
: to use again especially in a different way or after reclaiming or reprocessing
the need to reuse scarce resources
reuse packing material as insulation
re·use
(ˌ)rē-ˈyüs
: further, different, or repeated use
Examples of reuse in a Sentence
Verb
I can reuse that container.
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Han Hendriks, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Along with prioritizing other sustainable waste management practices, such as composting and reusing building materials, New York has the opportunity to become a leader in sustainability by shutting down Seneca Meadows once and for all.
—Yvonne Taylor, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2025
Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2025
It was built on a 10.2-acre historic site and represents an adaptive reuse of a long-time cannery operation.
—George Avalos, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
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Verb
Circularity involves retrieving and reusing materials within the system, with recycling technology serving as a crucial link.
—Han Hendriks, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Along with prioritizing other sustainable waste management practices, such as composting and reusing building materials, New York has the opportunity to become a leader in sustainability by shutting down Seneca Meadows once and for all.
—Yvonne Taylor, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
The Falcon 9 holds the record for the highest number of launches and reuses in U.S. history.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2025
It was built on a 10.2-acre historic site and represents an adaptive reuse of a long-time cannery operation.
—George Avalos, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Reuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reuse. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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