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use before

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use something before something

 

1. to consume or use something before using something else. Use this jar before that one. This one is older. I used the old one before the one you just bought.

2. to consume or use something before a specified date. I will use this bottle of catsup before May. You should use this one before the date stamped on the bottom.

See also: before, use