utilizes

present tense third-person singular of utilize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of utilizes Tennessee utilizes a single-drug lethal injection protocol centered on the barbiturate pentobarbital, according to the state’s Department of Corrections. — Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026 This led the Doshisha University team to introduce a novel, chemical-reductant-free, single-step pyrolytic method that utilizes agricultural bullrush waste as both a carbonaceous matrix and a gas-phase reduction template. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026 The Radio Neutrino Observatory is currently under construction in Greenland, which will expand the search by using radio signals instead of optical light, which IceCube utilizes, to look for incoming neutrinos. — Jonathan O'Callaghan, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2026 The Lamprey91 utilizes the knife's internal geometry to wedge and clip securely to the rivets. — New Atlas, 2 Oct. 2026 The train is based on Stadler’s proven FLIRT platform and utilizes onboard lithium-ion batteries to allow operation on non-electrified rail corridors while producing zero local emissions. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026 Tennessee utilizes a single medication protocol with the medication pentobarbital. — Allen Chang, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2026 Web version also available Security features Maintaining only read-only access, Monarch utilizes AES 256-bit encryption and multi-factor authentication. — Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026 Rather than issuing its welcome reward in a single lump sum, FanDuel utilizes a multi-day incentive format that rewards regular participation during your first week on the platform. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utilizes
Verb
  • The hotel uses a keyless entry system with self-check-in and virtual guest service.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The theme uses a colloquial phrase almost like a mathematical function.
    — Sam Corbin, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Haynie may have been responding to reports specific to Syracuse, but his response applies to all colleges.
    — Reynald Fasciaux, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Accountability applies to everyone, including those who wear our badge.
    — Brian Maass, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Siemens Healthineers is a medical technology company headquartered in Erlangen, Germany, and employs 74,000 people worldwide.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Starship also employs different engines than the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy — Raptors rather than Merlins.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2026

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“Utilizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utilizes. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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