apply for

VERB

order

Synonyms

STRONGEST

buy call for charge direct hire instruct obtain request require tell warn

STRONG

adjure bid book decree dictate enact engage enjoin ordain prescribe reserve secure

WEAK

call the shots call the signals contract for pull strings rule the roost send away for

Antonyms

STRONG

cancel give up refuse

WEAK

disallow prevent rescind

Example Sentences

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I’m moving to Canada or Iceland or the south of France; I need to find my grandmother’s birth certificate and apply for dual citizenship.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

The mayor suggested she apply for a grant from the city to cover the cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Officials warned customers not to apply for the payout if they don’t meet the requirements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Student-loan borrowers can also apply for an income-driven repayment plan to access affordable monthly payments, Yudina said.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

However, I trusted Mr. Penney and agreed to apply for the loan.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

apply for

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