not in use
Example Sentences
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When not in use, the toilet is concealed beneath the seat, making full use of the space inside a car without requiring more room.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
O’Connor, who lives in Massachusetts, also wants a bedroom and a full bath for when her kids are visiting that she could shut down when it’s not in use.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025
Most instructions included with above-ground pools tell consumers to remove the ladder when the pool is not in use to prevent children from getting in.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2025
During an outage, it’s also a good idea to unplug appliances and electronics not in use, to protect them from a power surge once electricity comes back on.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024
My luck was good that day; the balcony was not in use.
From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood
