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in use usage examples
The kitchen sink is in use; wait a moment and then you can run the dishwasher.
The boiler is in use at the moment, so the hot water may be slower than usual.
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in use belongs to the topic "Housing and Utilities". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
in use synonyms
What's the difference between in use / in operation / used / in service / occupied / engaged
Emphasizes that a machine or system is running or functioning now.
The power plant is in operation 24 hours a day.
Can mean currently in use or describe past use/second-hand; ambiguous without context.
This kettle is used every morning. / That car is used (second-hand).
Often used for equipment or services; means functioning and available for use.
The elevator is now back in service.
Refers to rooms or seats being taken by someone, not necessarily denoting functional use of equipment.
The room is occupied until Friday.
Often about people being busy or phone lines being busy; less about objects being in use.
I'm sorry, the line is engaged at the moment.
Means that a system or device is functioning and ready; may not imply active use at this exact moment.
The backup system is fully operational.
A broader term meaning functioning, engaged, or switched on; does not always mean 'being used' in the narrow sense.
Your account is active.
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How to pronounce in use and what this word means
in use means in use. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce in use
/ɪn ˈjuːs/
in use translation
in use
in use examples
The kitchen sink is in use; wait a moment and then you can run the dishwasher.
in use transcription
/ɪn ˈjuːs/, /ɪn ˈjuːs/
Questions about this word
in use meaning: what does it mean?
currently used
in use pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
in use is pronounced as /ɪn ˈjuːs/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
in use definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The kitchen sink is in use; wait a moment and then you can run the dishwasher. Translation: Кухонная мойка сейчас в использовании; подождите минуту, и тогда можно будет включить посудомоечную машину.
Is in use part of Housing and Utilities vocabulary?
Yes, in use can be learned in the Housing and Utilities topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is in use part of Home and Household vocabulary?
Yes, in use can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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