'___ it or lose it' Crossword Clue

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'___ it or lose it' Crossword Answer

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USE

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(noun)
1. exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one’s own advantage
2. (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
(verb)
1. use up, consume fully
2. avail oneself to

Hint 2: Clue Definition

LOSE (verb)
1. fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
2. be set at a disadvantage

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

Use
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Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
SUE

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