disuse in a sentence

v. t.

Definition

Disuse refers to the state of not being used or the cessation of use, often leading to obsolescence or decay.

The old factory fell into disuse after production outsourced to overseas facilities.
Many skills become obsolete through disuse, making it essential to practice regularly.
The library's once-vibrant reading room now sits in disuse, filled with dust and forgotten books.
After years of disuse, the bicycle needed new tires and a thorough cleaning before it could be ridden again.
The ancient traditions faced disuse among younger generations, leading to concerns about cultural preservation.
The old railway station fell into disuse after the new train line was built.
Once a popular gathering place, the park has seen disuse over the last decade.
Many traditional crafts face disuse as modern technology takes over manufacturing.
The library's resources were left in disuse, gathering dust on the shelves.
After the company downsized, several of its offices were abandoned and fell into disuse.