avail
verb (used with object)
to be of use or value to; profit; advantage.
have availed
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present perfectof avail.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Of the 95 million people between 18 and 49 who are eligible for their first booster, only 38 million have availed themselves of it.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 3, 2022
"Those Plaintiffs who have availed themselves of the settlement likely recognize that it is the only route to a realistic recovery," he added.
From Fox News ● Feb. 3, 2021
“Those Plaintiffs who have availed themselves of the settlement likely recognize that it is the only route to a realistic recovery,” he added.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 2, 2021
But you do not seem to have availed yourself of gentle persuasion.
From Slate ● Dec. 24, 2019
‘Would that have availed to change your judgement?’ said Denethor.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
