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as in unadjusted
not having acquired a habit or tolerance
the runner's performance suffered because he was unused to running at such high elevations
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as in new
recently made and never used before
preferred to start with unused pencils
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as in dormant
not being in a state of use, activity, or employment
is there an unused cubicle that the temp could work out of?
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Recent Examples of unused
Officials said the university also is selling off some of its unused property, including the site of the former Strongbow Inn, which the university purchased two years ago as controversy swirled on campus and beyond about the artwork sale.
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Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 21 May 2025
The Netherlands centre-back, who was an unused substitute on the south coast, had played every minute of Liverpool’s previous 69 league games, dating back to September 2023.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 20 May 2025
At the same time, your body stores the unused glucose as fat, which can prompt weight gain, Dr. Boots says.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 May 2025
Starting in 2024, unused funds from a 529 plan can be rolled over tax-free into a account, effectively turning it into a retirement account.
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
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Amy Lavalley, Chicago Tribune, 21 May 2025
The Netherlands centre-back, who was an unused substitute on the south coast, had played every minute of Liverpool’s previous 69 league games, dating back to September 2023.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 20 May 2025
At the same time, your body stores the unused glucose as fat, which can prompt weight gain, Dr. Boots says.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 May 2025
Starting in 2024, unused funds from a 529 plan can be rolled over tax-free into a account, effectively turning it into a retirement account.
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unused
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Compared with other parts of California, San Diego County was in the middle of the pack with its unadjusted rate of 4%.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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More Boxing News: Mike Tyson Teases WWE Return Pacquiao's $575 million in career earnings, unadjusted, ranks him third all-time in combat sports athlete purses, behind only Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s $1.52 billion and Mike Tyson's $965 million.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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First discovered: 4 p.m. June 5 Initial location: Nevada County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Brockway A new wildfire was reported today at 4 p.m. in Nevada County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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Experts say the easiest way to become more open is to try something new.—
Elizabeth Passarella,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Summer heat and dry conditions slow down turfgrass growth; drought-tolerant grass turns dormant, a natural protective response to adverse conditions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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While most hosts of the parasite can control the initial infection with few if any symptoms, Toxoplasma remains in the body for life as dormant cysts in brain, heart and muscle tissue.—
Bill Sullivan,
The Conversation,
28 May 2025
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The works of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson had remained unadapted to feature film until Denzel Washington took on the challenge of bringing Fences to the big screen.—
Kevin Jacobsen and Sammi Burke,
EW.com,
17 Nov. 2023
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Sure, there have been a few adaptation attempts over the years (e.g. 2012's Tiger Eyes, 1978's Forever, and the '90s series Fudge), but to this day, some of her most beloved books remain unadapted.—
Devan Coggan,
EW.com,
20 Apr. 2023
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For those who aren’t seeking beach time, the island also was praised for offering historic sites, golf courses and other off-shore activities.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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After an off day Thursday, the Arizona Diamondbacks come to GABP for three games.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Invulnerability spread from the wounds for a hand’s span in all directions, an unaccustomed condition for human flesh, causing a burning pain.—
Nell Zink,
Harper's Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
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Horses aren’t unaccustomed to starting gates, but Derby horses are only 3 years old; many have only raced a handful of times.—
Dana O'Neil,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Savor fresh seafood and waterfront views at area restaurants, enjoy craft beer at local breweries, and shop locally at The District, a colorful collection of shops and restaurants.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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What to expect: Impeccably fresh seafood, flown in daily and displayed on ice like edible sculpture.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Housing has emerged as a key issue in this year’s mayoral race as the city reels from skyrocketing rents and a dearth of vacant apartments, and there’s widespread agreement more units must be built.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2025
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Hartford Prints! has taken over a vacant storefront next door, has broken down a wall and joined the two spaces.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2025
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“Unused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unused. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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