Phrase guide

use it or lose it

phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Skills or knowledge that are seldom applied are likely to be lost with time.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

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Meaning 2

Property and privileges will be lost if they are not utilized.

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Meaning 3

One's physical fitness will gradually decline if one does not exercise regularly.

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: move it or lose it

Antonyms: none provided

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