How to Use utilize in a Sentence

utilize

verb
Definition of utilizenext
Synonyms for utilizenext
  • Many of the library's resources are not utilized by townspeople.
  • Thus far, a few members of the group have utilized this tool.
    — Deidre Olsen, WIRED, 15 Nov. 2023
  • That way, the creatives could utilize the stage space for dancers.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Apr. 2024
  • Some of the fishier diver species are best utilized in sausage recipes or brined, fried, and dunked in hot sauce.
    — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The 2017 game Gloomhaven, which held the highest rating on the site for years, utilizes nineteen mechanics.
    — Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 21 Dec. 2023
  • One of the key ways to see an uptick in productivity is utilizing the right tools to take some of the load off your plate.
    — Jasmine Browley, Essence, 13 Sep. 2023
  • The Buckeyes utilized him at every position on the D-line.
    — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2024
  • This created a lot of space in the mid-range for the Bears to try to utilize, but only Cryer seemed to get much going in the action.
    — Michael Haag, Dallas News, 19 Mar. 2023
  • This lighted display utilizes string lights to form a Christmas tree that’s sure to be a show-stopper in your front yard.
    — Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 15 Nov. 2023
  • The Royals will utilize Loftin, Blanco and Fermin in multiple ways off the bench.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Guests can also utilize on-site amenities like a bistro, gift shop and hair salon.
    — The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
  • The Millbury abode is hardly the first to utilize potential specters as an amenity.
    — Bychris Morris, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2023
  • Murgia utilizes large scale tree plantings as well as high tech wind breaks around and within the vineyards.
    — Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2023
  • Why not utilize the advantage of wigs and help yourself?
    — Kate Hogan, Peoplemag, 15 Feb. 2023
  • The Heat are without second-round picks in the next seven drafts, with most utilized to shed salary in regard to the salary cap and luxury tax.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2024
  • In 1967, the year Tull was formed, only a few rock bands memorably utilized a flute, but not as a lead instrument.
    — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2023
  • Since McDaniel arrived as head coach, tight ends have been sparsely utilized in the passing game.
    — Daniel Oyefusi, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2024
  • One of them gets too close and begins to make his life hell, and the kid has to utilize all his supernatural mojo to save his loved ones.
    — Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2023
  • That translates to thin-crust pizzas made with a sourdough dough utilizing whole-grain flours milled by Grist & Toll’s Nan Kohler.
    — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Swimming requires core engagement, utilizes the arms for most swim strokes and recruits the legs to help propel the body through the water.
    — Good Housekeeping, 31 Mar. 2023
  • The standard version of Leo utilizes Meta’s Llama 2 large language model and is free to use by default.
    — Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 2 Nov. 2023
  • Like the Ram 1500, the Tundra utilizes coil-spring rear suspension that provides a smoother ride in day-to-day operation.
    — Andrew Wendler, Car and Driver, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Stem cell hair transplant utilizes the benefits of stem cells, which are our body's healing cells.
    — Jon Stojan, USA TODAY, 14 July 2023
  • They are not utilized to straighten or return books to shelves, additional staff is hired for this task.
    — Chicago Tribune, 24 July 2023
  • Now, Sony is exploring the idea of letting players utilize the headset for gameplay on PCs as well.
    — Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 24 Feb. 2024
  • Those employed by Scuderia Ferrari, like this one, also were right-hand drive and utilized a De Dion rear axle.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2024
  • This sounds to me, Isaac, like a reference to the Chris Van Hollen amendment, for all of the aid to be utilized in accordance with international law.
    — Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2024
  • Each participant starts with five points, and one point is subtracted for each support utilized, like a hand, forearm, knee, or side of the leg.
    — Erin Prater, Fortune Well, 23 Mar. 2023
  • At that point, SWAT officers utilized less lethal launchers.
    — Jen Guadarrama, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Throughout the home, the dark cabinetry utilizes wood veneer salvaged from another of Schiller’s projects.
    — Mark David, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2023

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