1
as in applied
capable of being put to use or account
is that information applicable in this case?
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2
as in relevant
having to do with the matter at hand
that comment isn't applicable to our discussion
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3
as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
a knack for selecting the most applicable word
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Recent Examples of applicable
The policies instruct health care workers to have law enforcement officers fill out forms and provide applicable warrants, subpoenas or other documents before contacting or receiving information about a patient.
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Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Flores also intends for the case to be certified as a class action on behalf of all Black head coaches, offensive and defensive coordinators, and QB coaches, as well as general managers, and Black candidates for those positions who would fall within the applicable statute of limitations.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 14 Aug. 2025
But lawmakers could instead push for generally applicable safety measures that would protect kids and adults alike.
—Albert Fox Cahn, The Atlantic, 11 Aug. 2025
This will be applicable throughout games, including pregame activities and halftime in and out of the locker room as well as on the sideline.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Flores also intends for the case to be certified as a class action on behalf of all Black head coaches, offensive and defensive coordinators, and QB coaches, as well as general managers, and Black candidates for those positions who would fall within the applicable statute of limitations.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 14 Aug. 2025
But lawmakers could instead push for generally applicable safety measures that would protect kids and adults alike.
—Albert Fox Cahn, The Atlantic, 11 Aug. 2025
This will be applicable throughout games, including pregame activities and halftime in and out of the locker room as well as on the sideline.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applicable
Adjective
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With developers and non-developers alike embracing AI agents to automate, iterate, and build entire applications, this space is becoming one of the hottest frontiers in applied artificial intelligence.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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In the life sciences segment, Blair said that while clinical and applied markets demand was good globally, it was offset by weak demand in academic and government end markets — a continuation of the dynamics seen in recent quarters.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Prior to the lawsuit, Godwin filed a notice letter to all the relevant parties to preserve evidence, letting The Cooper know to expect litigation and not to destroy evidence.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Aug. 2025
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The new system, which users can access online, will automatically notify relevant parties once a complaint is filed.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The President and the Trump White House are fully committed to working with the appropriate organizations to preserving the special history of the White House while building a beautiful ballroom that can be enjoyed by future Administrations and generations of Americans to come.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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From developing a project's financial structure to securing appropriate permits and zoning permissions to actual site construction, developers face a potentially long road to realizing their projects.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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To him, these forgeries were useful in convincing skeptics of fractal geometry’s usefulness.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Aug. 2025
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Lead with a useful tip or a light-hearted take, then weave in your message.—
John Hall,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Spectrum's plans are suitable for households needing reliable speeds for multiple users.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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While lawyers enjoy the same freedom of speech as anyone else, not every topic is suitable for comment.—
Peter Boyd,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That classical setting was a fitting way to remember the stoic Sandberg, whose name is forever etched into the city’s history as an iconic figure for the Chicago Cubs.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
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Going through a fitting process with multiple muslins and draping on her body showed Jenelle how Mackie is a true genius at his craft.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In some cases, its buildings are practical, as opposed to pretty.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
19 Aug. 2025
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Through the Mine—Explore the Middleton Mine as the team highlights the risks, challenges, and practical elements to pull off this incredible action sequence.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Blackwood recently went to a hardware store where an employee had become known for her ability to mix a proper Carolina blue, and bought new paint.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
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To get the cast and crew in the proper headspace for filming the crime thriller, Caron hosted a Portland-area screening of John Cassavetes’ Gloria (1980).—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Applicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applicable. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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