underused
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of underused
Example Sentences
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Raymond Lee is underused as a friendly, flirty soccer dad.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
The announcement comes as the company is reportedly exploring deals with Chinese automakers to sell them underused European factories.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
The HSA is one of the most underused accounts in American finance, and most people with one are leaving money on the table.
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
Historic England ran a four-year programme to repurpose derelict and underused buildings as community spaces such as cinemas and market halls, and run cultural events, while in Walsall a £1.5bn regeneration project is planned.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Instead I kept the burden for myself, and my friendship with Nick, already anemic, underfed and underused, dwindled in obsolescence.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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