be used
Frequency: 9.0150.5 per million words
Indicates that something is not new.
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Examples (10)
- The car was used, but it still runs well.
- This old book is clearly used, judging by its worn pages.
- Are these tools used or are they brand new?
- The sofa was used but incredibly comfortable.
- Her phone had been used by three different people before her.
- Even though the toy is used, it functions perfectly.
- I suspect this coat has been used for several seasons.
- The donated blankets were used but freshly laundered.
- This equipment will be used for the next experiment.
- My bicycle is a little used, but it gets me everywhere.