as in used
to put into action or service
we must utilize all the tools at our disposal
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Recent Examples of utilized
The building hadn't operated as a church in several years, instead being utilized as a wedding venue for many in Indiana.
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Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
This throwback is one of many utilized in the league that the team should go back to permanently.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Brands like Alex Mill have utilized corduroy to create one of their most popular suiting options, made even more appropriate for the casual suit wearer by the small design details like a pleated pant and softer shoulder.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For his part, Affleck utilized the sandwich technique, pairing a light blue sweater with his Nike sneakers, finishing off the look with grey jeans, a black wool coat.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
The offense utilized two-tight end sets and kept Drew Sample planted in front of Myles Garrett often on the left side.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Many elements of the game have been utilized in Bethesda's games following the transfer of rights post-Fallout 3.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
In 2023, only 37% of small companies in the European Union utilized e-invoicing, compared to 60% of large enterprises.
—Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Harbaugh utilized the rule to attempt a 57-yard place kick.
—Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
This throwback is one of many utilized in the league that the team should go back to permanently.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Brands like Alex Mill have utilized corduroy to create one of their most popular suiting options, made even more appropriate for the casual suit wearer by the small design details like a pleated pant and softer shoulder.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For his part, Affleck utilized the sandwich technique, pairing a light blue sweater with his Nike sneakers, finishing off the look with grey jeans, a black wool coat.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
The offense utilized two-tight end sets and kept Drew Sample planted in front of Myles Garrett often on the left side.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Many elements of the game have been utilized in Bethesda's games following the transfer of rights post-Fallout 3.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
In 2023, only 37% of small companies in the European Union utilized e-invoicing, compared to 60% of large enterprises.
—Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Harbaugh utilized the rule to attempt a 57-yard place kick.
—Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utilized
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But on Sunday morning, someone — possibly multiple people — used the construction equipment to damage several barrier columns and knock off the bank’s money machine, Davis said.Maggie Ybarra, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
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At times, Liverpool have used him as a centre-forward and his standout performance in that position came with a hat-trick in the 4-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League last month.Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Even the jokers, which do each have their own special ability, are quick to pick up — with their wildcard capabilities made easy to understand as they’re applied mid-round.Scott Robertson, Rolling Stone, 24 Dec. 2024
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Foundation models and small language models are introduced and applied to enterprise opportunities.Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Nearly 150,000 individuals without legal status are employed in Maryland, according to a 2019 report by the Migration Policy Institute, a nonpartisan think tank in Washington.Mennatalla Ibrahim, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
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This meta action comedy is showrunner Charles Yu's adaption of his own 2020 satirical novel of the same name, which employed the screenplay format as a narrative structure.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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Default passwords are often easily accessible and can be exploited in seconds by knowledgeable attackers.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Staying ahead of sophisticated and financially motivated hackers requires manufacturers to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.Christian Espinosa, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Utilized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utilized. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.
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