consumption
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It can vary by area - so customers in one part of the country could be encouraged to increase use, while others in a different location could be incentivised to curb consumption.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
“At this point, we assume a headwind to consumption, inflation and Fed rate considerations, probably manageable so long as the current cease-fire trends to a wind down of hostilities over the next several weeks.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Chinese leaders have battled weak domestic consumption since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Social media and streaming became preferred modes of content consumption for young audiences, paving the way for platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
I look like I’ve just emerged from a sanatorium and am about to lose a long battle with consumption.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
Vocabulary lists containing consumption
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Natural Resources and the Environment - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
My Brother Sam is Dead
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
