for future use vs for the future use

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'For future use' is commonly used to indicate that something is being saved or kept for later use. On the other hand, 'for the future use' is less common and may sound a bit more formal or awkward in everyday language.

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for future use

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is being saved or kept for later use.

Examples:

Please store these documents for future use.
I am saving this money for future use.

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Save files directly to your computer for future use.
Scent sleeves can be stored in an air tight container or bag for future use.
I like to keep swap files of headlines around for future use.
Multi-channel recording, error correction capabilities and scalability makes it a technology for future use.
Now save the session for future use.
You can save a custom color palette for future use.
Both numerical analsis and formula traces can be saved and printed for future use.
The remaining good-quality embryos are vitrified for future use.
The expert takes a few shots from different angles for future use and reference.
Software generates the report of total number links in text or html format for future use.
Impounding of water in surface or underground reservoirs, for future use.
Oxygen can be separated by a number of methods, including chemical reaction and fractional distillation, and then either used immediately or stored for future use.
Donor pallets with remaining product placed in a temporary storage area for future use
This authorization is performed only once at installation: FBCMD stores your authentication information in your data directory for future use.
The password has been set and should be kept in mind for future use.
Files and folders are stored in hard disk of a computer for future use.
And probably, every housewife knows her own, inherited original recipe, how to harvest cabbage for future use.
A TPM 1.2 chip for future use in security applications is available(no driver at the moment).
Alternatively you can create your own preset by entering the measurements and save the name as "A1 poster size" for future use.
It would also be advisable to check the availability of spare parts for future use in case the need arises.

Alternatives:

for later use
for future reference
to be used in the future
for future purposes
for future needs

for the future use

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase can be used in a more formal context to indicate that something is being saved or kept for later use.

Examples:

These resources are being preserved for the future use of the community.
The equipment is being stored for the future use of the project.

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In the wider context, we have received written assurances that this report will not set a precedent for the future use of delegated powers.
Given the importance of preservation for the future use of research results, the establishment or reinforcement of policies in this area should be recommended to Member States.
For these reasons, the Commission plans to adopt within the coming months a Decision setting the harmonised technical requirements for the future use of the 790-862 MHz sub-band for low- and medium-power electronic communications networks.
- strengthened financial control for the future use of structural and cohesion funds (acquis chapter 28).
Secondly, not unrelated to the first point, is the need for strengthened financial controls for the future use of structural funds.
Last but not least the Commission is in the process of developing a proposal for the future use of the so-called Digital Dividend (i.e. spectrum within in the 470-862 MHz band which will become available after the switchover from analogue to digital television).
The Committee is keeping a close eye on recently planned initiatives using various production and supply technologies and paving the way for the future use of hydrogen to power vehicles.
The long-term goal of the programme is to promote the development of technologies that will be required for the future use of hydrogen in areas in which fuel cells can be used on a large scale as efficient energy converters.

Alternatives:

for future use
for later use
for future reference
to be used in the future
for future purposes

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