- present tense form of utilize (3rd person singular).
utilizes
Example Sentences
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“Every decision is made with careful consideration and appropriately reviewed to make sure that any technology ICE utilizes is consistent with all applicable law enforcement policies and standards,” the department said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
The project utilizes abundant West Texas natural gas, which currently faces weak market prices due to limited pipeline capacity.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
Instead, pick a career that utilizes your strengths and that you at least mildly enjoy.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
The movie’s real draw is its blissfully sinister sound design, which utilizes the podcaster lifestyle to go full maximalist while the film’s visual landscape remains sparse and disquieting.
From Salon ● Mar. 15, 2026
I think the difference between a lie and a story is that a story utilizes the trappings and appearance of truth for the interest of the listener as well as of the teller.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
