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Disuse

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Disuse often implies something became outdated or replaced by newer alternatives. SlideThe typewriter has fallen into disuse since computers became widespread.
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Not Just PhysicalPlay
Disuse can refer to non-physical concepts, like laws or languages, not being applied or spoken. SlideSeveral old legal provisions have gone into disuse over the years.
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Implies DecayPlay
When something falls into disuse, it often deteriorates or becomes less functional over time. SlideThe abandoned manor is in a state of disuse and has begun to decay.