expend
verb (used with object)
to use up.
Example Sentences
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By mid-July, the U.S. had expended about 1,700 Patriot air defense interceptors and more than 200 Thaad antimissile interceptors in the war, officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal β Aug. 29, 2026
She’s expended so much of it on others that she has none left for herself.
From Salon β Jul. 30, 2026
In truth, despite the considerable effort expended by law enforcement, the investigation went cold nearly as soon as it began.
From Slate β Jul. 7, 2026
Experts say much of that energy is expended on speed.
From BBC β Jun. 17, 2026
Later, it released a parachute and detached the now- expended shield.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
