How to Use dual-purpose in a Sentence

dual-purpose

adjective
  • My mom has been diligently applying the dual-purpose cream for a few weeks now.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
  • And once past the long, dual-purpose bar, customers can find a flex zone with a private bar where private events can be held.
    — Dave Quinn, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
  • What’s more, beets are dual-purpose crops that can be grown for their tasty roots or their edible greens, which can be used just like spinach or kale!
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
  • Speaking of splitting up the chair and cushion, the latter is designed as a dual-purpose piece of kit.
    — New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Design one space with two modes The trick with dual-purpose rooms is to resist the urge to cram in two separate setups.
    — Alena Conley, USA Today, 6 May 2026
  • Good thing Wheeler developed the new camper to be a dual-purpose design from the beginning.
    — New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Many interfaces boast dual-purpose inputs that are compatible with both cable types.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Each has been developed, or selected from the extensive Swiss Army catalog, with this dual-purpose usage in mind.
    — New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
  • So, does this dual-purpose platform actually deliver on its promise to simplify finances for business owners?
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025
  • Bench Storage Bench seating in hallways and entryways and banquettes in dining rooms or kitchens seating can provide dual-purpose storage.
    — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
  • Highway Patrol began using bloodhounds about 14 years ago, moving away from dual-purpose dogs to singular-purpose drug dogs and trailing dogs.
    — ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026
  • This dual-purpose sunscreen serum helps boost collagen production and features a UV filter that’s five times stronger than typical sunscreen formulas.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Davidson recalls from the game that was the last time the Raiders played on the dual-purpose Oakland Coliseum while the A's baseball season was still ongoing.
    — Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025
  • That dual-purpose flexibility makes the HSA uniquely valuable as a retirement asset.
    — Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
  • The bike rolls on 21-/18-inch tubeless wire-spoke wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR dual-purpose tires.
    — New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2025
  • The spaceship is equipped with a dual-purpose flywheel machine for aerobic exercises, according to NASA.
    — Mason Leib, ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Sheri Penzari, who has worked for United, Delta, and the now-defunct Eastern Air Lines, also recommends dual-purpose dressing.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
  • This technology could provide a dual-purpose solution to industrial facilities already using compressed air.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Large reservoirs across the country could become dual-purpose assets, delivering renewable electricity while preserving water supplies.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2025
  • This dual-purpose design requires exceptional stiffness, vibration control, and precision engineering, allowing heavy highway loads and high-speed rail traffic to share the same structure safely.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
  • This works because soap creates a convenient, dual-purpose storage and maintenance solution for sewing tools, especially for DIY enthusiasts or crafters.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • This works because soap creates a convenient, dual-purpose storage and maintenance solution for sewing tools, especially for DIY enthusiasts or crafters.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
  • This dual-purpose envelope combines functionality with expressive design, creating a facade that is both energy efficient and visually striking.
    — Adam Williams may 13, New Atlas, 13 May 2026
  • Pack a blanket or a warm outer layer Sheri Penzari, who has worked for United, Delta, and the now-defunct Eastern Air Lines, recommends dual-purpose dressing.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
  • State policymakers can start by recognizing rigorous, dual-purpose courses for both academic and CTE credit and removing the barriers that keep these programs siloed.
    — Chantel Reynolds, Washington Post, 22 Dec. 2020
  • Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds The Soundcore P30i Earbuds maximize your mobile media setup by integrating a dual-purpose charging capsule built with a flip-out physical smartphone kickstand for hands-free traveling entertainment.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 July 2026

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