as in relevance
the fact or state of being pertinent
we have to question the applicability of much of the information he has included in his report
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Recent Examples of applicability
In taking this event as his starting point, Alper has created a film that is both culturally specific, and has plenty of wider applicability as well.
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Catherine Bray, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
If multiple hypotheses work to explain the data equally well but one conflicts with reality in some other realm (and the other doesn’t), the one that’s valid across the widest range of applicability is superior.
—Big Think, 10 Feb. 2026
These workflows support inspection and manipulation tasks, while multimodal perception capabilities extend applicability to retail and service environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Feb. 2026
The only reference in the Common Interest Community Association Act, or CICAA, to $100,000 relates to the exemption standard for small common interest communities from applicability of CICAA.
—Howard Dakoff, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
Usmanov’s defense team had challenged the allegations about his ties to the companies and valuables and the applicability of EU law in the case.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
Rather, our role is to determine its applicability, legality and constitutionality.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 21 Nov. 2025
Catherine Bray, Variety, 15 Feb. 2026
If multiple hypotheses work to explain the data equally well but one conflicts with reality in some other realm (and the other doesn’t), the one that’s valid across the widest range of applicability is superior.
—Big Think, 10 Feb. 2026
These workflows support inspection and manipulation tasks, while multimodal perception capabilities extend applicability to retail and service environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Feb. 2026
The only reference in the Common Interest Community Association Act, or CICAA, to $100,000 relates to the exemption standard for small common interest communities from applicability of CICAA.
—Howard Dakoff, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
Usmanov’s defense team had challenged the allegations about his ties to the companies and valuables and the applicability of EU law in the case.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
Rather, our role is to determine its applicability, legality and constitutionality.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 21 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applicability
Noun
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Drone defense technology NUBURU views the early engagement as an important validation of the technology’s operational relevance and market interest.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, baseball in Cuba has steadily deteriorated, with crumbling facilities and a domestic league that has lost both its talent and its relevance as top players leave and younger ones look elsewhere.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These artists want acting roles — particularly ones that get them cultural clout and not just a check — and A24 is seeking castings that co-sign their project’s zeitgeist-y relevancy.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
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This weekend should serve as yet another reminder of how far this franchise has fallen from relevancy.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Applicability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applicability. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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