collects dust
Gathers airborne particles
Something that collects dust sits unused or neglected for a long time: That exercise bike just collects dust in the basement.
The phrase conjures an object gathering a visible layer of dust from disuse.
It often carries mild self-reproach or skepticism about a purchase: It'll probably just collect dust like everything else.
- particlesMinute pieces of matter
- abandonedLeft behind completely
- derelictAbandoned or neglectful
- forgottenNo longer recalled
- motesMinute airborne particles
obsolete · forsaken · unused · dormant · overlooked · debris · idle · wiping · stagnant · shelf life · cleaning · vacuuming · sediment · residue · allergens · polishing · sweeping · grime
collects dustput to good use
Apply effectively toward purpose
essential · worth every penny · indispensable · productive · contributing
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