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Disuse

usgb/dɪsˈjuːs/Volume
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Time's Impact

Disuse often implies something became outdated or replaced by newer alternatives.

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The typewriter has fallen into disuse since computers became widespread.
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Not Just Physical

Disuse can refer to non-physical concepts, like laws or languages, not being applied or spoken.

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Several old legal provisions have gone into disuse over the years.
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Implies Decay

When something falls into disuse, it often deteriorates or becomes less functional over time.

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The abandoned manor is in a state of disuse and has begun to decay.
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