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consumed

Pronunciation: [kənˈsjuːmd]

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Learn how to use consumed in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “food and drink”

(verb) to eat or drink something. When you consume food, you are taking it in and using it for energy.

Example

I consumed a delicious pizza for lunch.

Example

I didn't consume any snacks during the movie.

Example

What kind of fruit did you consume today?

Context: “resources”

(verb) to use up resources or materials. If something consumes resources, it means it takes a lot of them to work or to be made.

Example

The new car consumes less fuel than my old one.

Example

This machine does not consume energy efficiently.

Example

How much water does your garden consume in a week?

Context: “attention and focus”

(verb) to be filled with something, like an activity or feeling, that takes all your attention. If you are consumed by something, it means it’s the only thing you can think about.

Example

She was consumed by her studies and did really well in school.

Example

He was not consumed by stress during the exam; he felt quite calm.

Example

Have you ever been consumed by a hobby you really love?

How to pronounce consumed

Pronunciation: [kənˈsjuːmd]

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