applicable
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"But, if we get there, this technique is widely applicable, vastly cheaper and potentially even reversible."
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
“There is an onus on charitable organizations to comply with applicable City regulations,” the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The hospital declined to comment on Barnica’s case but said “our responsibility is to be in compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations” and physicians exercise their independent judgment.
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Withdrawals from taxable investment accounts are subject to capital gains and dividend taxes when applicable, so they are not automatically tax-free.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
“You won’t believe how much of what we’ll be talking about this year is applicable to space travel,” Mr. Jefferies says while passing out the permission forms.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
Vocabulary lists containing applicable
Power Suffix: -able
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Ten Words from The New York Times - Apr. 24, 2013
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