Academic English #12. How to Use “make use of”

make use of is an expression meaning “to make use of, to use” in the sense of using something without waste, and it is often used in academic presentations, papers, poster presentations, and similar settings.

Compared with simple "use," it sounds more formal and can be used in a wider range of contexts, giving it a more professional nuance.

It fits naturally and elegantly, especially in contexts such as new technologies, data-based analysis, and research that uses resources efficiently.

5 example sentences

1. We were able to analyze follicular structures more precisely by making use of a novel imaging technique.

2. This study makes use of real-world clinical data to evaluate the effectiveness of minimally invasive methods.

3. We made use of limited resources to achieve a high graft survival rate.

4. Participants made use of questionnaires to compare their conditions before and after treatment.

5. We were able to automatically classify the stages of hair loss progression by making use of AI-based analytical tools.

make the most out of ~ to make the most of / to use something to the fullest

We should try to make the most out of it. We should try to make the most of it.