consumption

Another term we often heard is "Conspicuous consumption". Conspicuous consumption is buying something to show off. Here is an example sentence:

Example Sentences:

A classic example of conspicuous consumption is buying a thousand-dollar smartphone.

One interesting phrase you can learn is "not fit for human consumption". When something is "not fit for human consumption" it means you risk getting sick, or even dying, if you eat or drink it. Here is an example:

Example Sentences:

This food is not fit for human consumption. [=not fit to be eaten by people]

Let’s look at some other meanings of the word “consumption” and how it can be used in sentences:

First meaning - the use of something (such as fuel). Here are some example sentences:

Example Sentences:

The jet's high fuel consumption makes it expensive to operate.

If we don't reduce our energy consumption, we will run out of fuel.

The world's energy consumption is expected to increase considerably as a result of population growth (electricity consumption = the consumption of electricity)

Consumption means using, buying or eating something. Here are example sentences:

Example Sentences:

The daily consumption of red meat should be no more than 80 grams.

Excessive consumption of soft drinks in childhood has been shown to lead to calcium deficiency and more broken bones.

Excessive alcohol consumption can cause major health problems.

The doctor recommended that she reduce her consumption of sugar.

Here is an example sentence:

Example Sentences:

The governor said that the report was not for public consumption ( This means it was not meant to be seen by the general public; it was intended only for a few people.)

Second meaning - use by a particular group of people