English

use

juːz, juːs
Meaning: to use; to employ
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: juːs

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base use
3rd person singular present uses
Present participle using
Past used
Will future will use
Going-to future going to use
Imperative negative don't use / do not use

Example sentences

She knows how to use this tool.
She knows how to use this tool.
The company uses new software to track sales in real time.
The company uses new software to track sales in real time.
I used some sticky tape to fix the broken toy.
I used some sticky tape to fix the broken toy.
Use your phone to connect to the internet.
Use your phone to connect to the internet.
Make sure you use the correct address on the envelope.
Make sure you use the correct address on the envelope.

Usage Notes

To put something to a particular purpose.

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