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The unused paper stayed in the folder.
What does Unused mean?
Unused means not used.
Dictionary definition
Unused means not used yet or not being used.
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Unused in a sentence
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We found an unused notebook at the back of the shelf.
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Unused details in a paragraph can distract readers if they do not support the main idea.
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What does unused mean?
Unused describes something that has not been used or is not being used.
Practice 2
Which word is a useful contrast for unused?
Used is the direct contrast because unused means not used.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses unused correctly?
Sharp crayons can show they have not been used.
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WordUnused.
Partadjective.
MeaningUnused means not used.
ExampleExample: The unused paper stayed in the folder.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · yoozd
- Strongest beat
- yoozd
- Ending
- yoozd
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on yoozd.
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usedUse when something has already been used.
activeUse when something is currently being used.
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Hint for students
Unused means something has not been used yet or is not being used. It often describes supplies, space, time, ideas, or details.
Common mix-up
Unused is not always the same as useless. Something unused may still be useful; it just has not been used.
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Write one sentence that shows unused without using the word unused. Then underline the clue words that show something has not been used or is sitting available. Example: The clean paintbrush still had its wrapper around the handle. Clue words: clean paintbrush, still, wrapper around the handle Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something that has not been used yet?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "We found an unused notebook at the back of the shelf." Why does unused fit better than used?
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