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not in use

ADJECTIVE
vacant
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bare deserted idle unemployed unfilled uninhabited unused
WEAK
abandoned available clear devoid disengaged free stark tenantless to let unengaged unlived in untaken untenanted void without contents
Antonyms
STRONGEST
busy employed full populated used
WEAK
aware cognizant comprehending occupied overflowing

Example Sentences

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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

The students said they were still tied into the contract, though the letting agent has said they do not need to pay rent when the property was not in use.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2024

Officials said the trailer is not in use.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2024

The Suspenz universal portable boat stand folds up when not in use and can be toted along for washing and rigging.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024

The phone seems to like to play games all day when she is not in use.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga