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We can reuse the jar for art supplies.
What does Reuse mean?
To use something again.
Dictionary definition
To use something again instead of throwing it away.
Example sentences
Reuse in a sentence
medium
The project asked students to reuse cardboard instead of throwing it away.
hard
Choosing to reuse materials can reduce waste and inspire creative designs.
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Practice 1
What does reuse mean?
The correct answer matches the meaning of reuse.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to reuse?
Use Again is close to reuse in this main meaning.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: We can ____ the jar for art supplies.
Reuse best completes the sentence.
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Reuse
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ree · yooz · strongest beat: yooz
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WordReuse.
Partverb.
MeaningReuse means To use something again.
ExampleExample: We can reuse the jar for art supplies.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ree · yooz
- Strongest beat
- yooz
- Ending
- yooz
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on yooz.
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Synonyms
Words like Reuse
use againUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
repurposeUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
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Word family
Reuse word family
Base word
reuse
verb
reuses
Present-tense form of reuse.
verb
reused
Past-tense form of reuse.
verb
reusing
-ing form of reuse.
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Student support
Understand Reuse
Hint for students
Reuse means to use something again, often for the same job or a new job.
Common mix-up
Reuse is not the same as recycle. Reuse means use the item again as it is; recycle means turn the material into something new.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows reuse without using the word reuse. Model sentence: Instead of tossing the box out, we used it again to store markers. Clue words: instead of tossing out, used it again, store markers Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show using something again?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "We can reuse the jar as a pencil holder." Why does reuse fit better than throw away?
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