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apply

Definition for apply

verb as in put into use

Strongest matches

administer, employ, exercise, handle, implement, practice

Strong matches

assign, engage, execute, exploit, utilize

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bring into play, bring to bear

verb as in be appropriate, relevant

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affect, connect, involve, pertain, refer, relate

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allude, appertain, concern, fit, regard, suit, touch

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be applicable, be pertinent, bear upon

verb as in put substance on another

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administer, cover, spread

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affix, anoint, bestow, fasten, join, massage, paint, place, rub, smear, touch

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verb as in ask, request

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appeal, claim, demand

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inquire, petition, requisition, solicit, sue

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put in, put in for

verb as in work hard

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address, commit, devote, give, study, try

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bend, concentrate, dedicate, dig, direct, grind, hustle, persevere, plug, scratch, sweat, throw, turn

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be diligent, be industrious, bear down, buckle down, give all one's got, give best shot, give old college try, hammer away, hit the ball, knuckle down, make effort, peg away, pour it on, pull out all stops

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Example Sentences

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Under the scheme, the discount applies to new eligible car models costing up to £37,000, with the most environmentally friendly ones seeing the biggest reductions.

From BBC

The new law does not apply to other types of gig workers, including those who deliver food through apps like DoorDash.

From Los Angeles Times

These are similar powers to those applied to al-Qaeda after 9/11.

From BBC

One of the biggest differences Wirtz is experiencing in the Premier League is the reduced space and increased intensity in pressure applied to him.

From BBC

The decision opens the door for the offspring to apply for British citizenship.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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