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
Those things are applicable to both, applicable to life.
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Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
The president-elect called the no-confidence vote himself, hoping that the applicable requirement for a two-thirds majority would then save him from dismissal.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 21 Oct. 2025
But for the first time in a while, the notion seemed just as applicable on both sides of the ball — the makings of a force multiplier to be reckoned with.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2025
The offer is applicable for a vehicle lease or purchase, according to Ann Marie Fortunate, a spokeswoman for Stellantis.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
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Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025
The president-elect called the no-confidence vote himself, hoping that the applicable requirement for a two-thirds majority would then save him from dismissal.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 21 Oct. 2025
But for the first time in a while, the notion seemed just as applicable on both sides of the ball — the makings of a force multiplier to be reckoned with.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2025
The offer is applicable for a vehicle lease or purchase, according to Ann Marie Fortunate, a spokeswoman for Stellantis.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applicable
Adjective
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The 2025 Nobel Prize for physics recognizes original investigations in the intersection of basic and applied sciences.—
Zhixin Wang,
The Conversation,
10 Oct. 2025
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Moving beyond the theory of the market, those skilled in applied finance understand how to make practical decisions in financial spaces.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Over the years, the festival has expanded to include artists, musicians, storytellers, poets, and more, all focused on a theme relevant to the social, religious, and political needs of the Louisville community and beyond.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Hershiser reference is particularly relevant.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Spanx Supersmooth Perfect Fit Ponte Micro Flare Pant Speaking of smoothing, these dress pants have compression from waist to knee and a subtle flare leg — like your favorite yoga pants but office appropriate.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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It should be cooked thoroughly and not raw, trimmed of excess fat, cut into bite-sized pieces appropriate for the dog’s size and free from dog toxins such as garlic, onion or excessive salt.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Probably the most useful, EDC-worthy function on the Hex multitool dial is the magnetic 1/4-in bit holder that works with the bits of your choosing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
27 Oct. 2025
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It’s recommended to make copies of passport ID’s, green cards, I-94 work authorization forms, birth certificates for themselves and their children and any other relevant forms that could be useful to an immigration attorney, Velasquez said.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This breakthrough could lead to the development of more reliable, next-generation sensors suitable for applications ranging from medical monitoring to energy storage systems.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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Less suitable is the club’s goalkeeping.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Her latest chart-toppers have held steady across Halloween week — a fitting flex for a pop sorceress who’s made chart magic her signature move.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
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That means they could be crafted by the artist’s right-hand men — like Mobb Deep’s Infinite, where Prodigy’s longtime music partners Havoc and the Alchemist gave their all to a fitting send-off to the Infamous group.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Temple Street 3-Tier Shelf with Cabinet Pottery Barn’s Temple Street Shelf offers a polished, practical storage solution for any room that needs a little extra organization.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2025
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To that end, Beam will also offer practical training sessions and workshops that allow production companies and other entertainment business to better migrate members of their teams to digital workflows.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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When using hydrogen peroxide, wear protective gloves and eyewear to avoid irritation, ensure proper ventilation, and never mix it with bleach, ammonia, vinegar, or other cleaning agents.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Some of these technologies are essential for ensuring the proper functioning of the service or website and cannot be disabled, while others are optional but serve to enhance the user experience in various ways.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Applicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applicable. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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