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application

[ap-li-key-shuhn] / ˌæp lɪˈkeɪ ʃən /




NOUN
the act of putting a substance on something
Synonyms
NOUN
computer program
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It doesn’t mean the indiscriminate application of brute tariff force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

The refusal letter notes the use of similar or identical language in the description of goods in Back9’s trademark application, which was filed in May 2021 and approved a year later.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

They should consider the benefits of interoperability and open application programming interfaces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“While not a formal scientific study, the results of The Plastic Detox will be used to support Dr. Swan’s application for a larger one with government funding.”

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

The man pulled out a piece of paper, an application, from a buttoned shirt pocket and handed it to C.P., who retrieved a pencil from the office and filled out the form.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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