n.
Function: verb
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Synonyms: ACCUSTOM , familiarize, habituate, inure, wont
2 to put into action or service FF1C; it is necessary to use resources wisely FF1E;
Synonyms: apply, bestow, employ, exercise, exploit, handle, utilize
Related Words: manipulate, operate, ply, wield; control, govern, manage, regulate
Idioms: avail oneself of, bring into play, fall back (on or upon), make use of, press into service, put into action, put to use
Contrasted Words: dissipate, exhaust, use up; waste
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Synonyms: OPERATE 3, handle, run, work
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Synonyms: SPEAK 3, converse (in), parley, talk
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Synonyms: EXPLOIT 2, abuse, impose (on or upon)
Idioms: make the most of, make use of
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Synonyms: TREAT 2, deal (with), handle, play, serve, take