as in to use
to put into action or service
we must utilize all the tools at our disposal
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Recent Examples of utilize
In addition to a focus on sustainable sourcing and supply chain transparency, eco-conscious fashion brand Another Tomorrow, which recently opened a flagship store in New York’s SoHo district, also utilizes digital ID technology to support traceability and promote circularity.
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Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025
This means boosting sponsorships, developing grassroots initiatives, and utilizing tools like sim racing to make the sport more accessible.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The push to utilize generative AI across entertainment isn’t sparing the ever-complex video games industry by any means.
—Kaare Eriksen, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Musk financed his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter, now X, utilizing a mix of personal bank loans, subordinated debt, personal cash and equity contributions from independent investors, according to reports at the time.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2025
This means boosting sponsorships, developing grassroots initiatives, and utilizing tools like sim racing to make the sport more accessible.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
The push to utilize generative AI across entertainment isn’t sparing the ever-complex video games industry by any means.
—Kaare Eriksen, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Musk financed his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter, now X, utilizing a mix of personal bank loans, subordinated debt, personal cash and equity contributions from independent investors, according to reports at the time.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for utilize
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Booker, who appeared to have nothing more than two glasses of water and notes on his lectern, skillfully used the rules to his advantage, permitting colleagues to ask questions to give himself brief moments of rest while still maintaining control of the floor.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
2 Apr. 2025
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When the bill was introduced in last year’s legislative session, sponsors said that the mental health of minors who excessively use social media was a main concern.—
Lee Ann Anderson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2025
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In other words, the same asset that feels untouchable when trying to borrow from a bank suddenly becomes fully visible when applying for student aid.—
Ilona Limonta-Volkova,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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After the announcement of the acquisition, China took its turn to apply the pressure.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Apr. 2025
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Chinese discount retailers like Shein and Temu and many Amazon, Walmart, Shopify and other marketplace retailers have exploited the de minimus exception to their advantage.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Crime groups are using artificial intelligence to write scamming scripts and are exploiting increasingly realistic deepfake technology to create personas, pose as a love interests, and mask their identity, voice and gender.—
Teele Rebane,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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According to the group’s letter, these businesses account for more than $800 million in annual revenue, employing thousands of people internationally and domestically.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Following successful efforts in Indonesia, the Sheba Hope Grows™ program has grown to include a global network of more than 200 reef builders worldwide, some employing different methods catered more specifically to their environment.—
Cat Cardenas,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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