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the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
fixing a snag in panty hose is not the intended application of nail polish, but it's a handy one
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Recent Examples of application
By many estimates, quantum computers will need millions of qubits to realize their potential applications in cybersecurity, drug development, and other industries.
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IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
The Society Apartments on Pratt Street were cleared by the city for occupancy just a week ago and a preleasing push has drawn nine applications — all now approved — with one of the 38 apartments already occupied.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
The permit application would require each business to submit a security and maintenance plan with details on alcohol safety training and security coverage for all hours of operation, including special events and holidays.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
The sheer volume of applications also led Michael Trusio of Newport Beach, California, to use a spreadsheet in his search for sales leadership positions.
—Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
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IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
The Society Apartments on Pratt Street were cleared by the city for occupancy just a week ago and a preleasing push has drawn nine applications — all now approved — with one of the 38 apartments already occupied.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
The permit application would require each business to submit a security and maintenance plan with details on alcohol safety training and security coverage for all hours of operation, including special events and holidays.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
The sheer volume of applications also led Michael Trusio of Newport Beach, California, to use a spreadsheet in his search for sales leadership positions.
—Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for application
Recent Examples of Synonyms for application
Noun
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Detectives booked Avon Owens, 18, and another unidentified 18-year-old for murder and the use of a firearm during the commission of a murder on April 10, 2026.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Elegant folding design for easy storage in bags, backpacks or purses with a lightweight yet durable frame for everyday use.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The concept uses a network of smart home appliances, electric vehicles, and battery storage to stabilize energy usage throughout the day.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Across the West, lawmakers have worked to enact similar cash usage policies.—
Hali Smith
April 15,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The exercise was meant to drive home the importance of paying attention to real life, not the gleaming little screens that have taken over our world.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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On March 23, the San Dieguito Academy lacrosse program held its third annual Pull Up for Hunger event, challenging high school athletes to tackle a tough physical exercise to make a difference for San Diegans struggling with food insecurity.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Only one is needed for normal operations.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The administration approved a waiver covering Ford’s operations through November—roughly a month after the accident—rather than through May of this year, at which point Novelis expects New York production to be back online.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Application.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/application. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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