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
Over the past year, Davenport added, the club has worked with the Fire-Rescue Department, Fire-Rescue Foundation and applicable city departments to make the improvements happen.
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Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
Warden identified Northrop's work in radars, drones, and command-and-control systems as potentially applicable to Golden Dome.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2025
Next, check your local ordinances or homeowners association rules, if applicable.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
Detectives presented the case to the prosecuting attorney's office and concurred that no applicable charges were warranted in this case.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 25 July 2025
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Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
Warden identified Northrop's work in radars, drones, and command-and-control systems as potentially applicable to Golden Dome.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2025
Next, check your local ordinances or homeowners association rules, if applicable.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
Detectives presented the case to the prosecuting attorney's office and concurred that no applicable charges were warranted in this case.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 25 July 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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Most relevant governmental agencies have avoided looking into the turbines’ impact in a meaningful way.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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What was your company’s biggest takeaway from the Covid crisis that is still relevant today?—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The player models and lighting are excellent, with equipment shining and time of day delivering the appropriate immersion.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Lucio — leggy, brave, sturdy in the challenge — is probably more appropriate as a reference point.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This is particularly useful now that most new smartphones and laptops are being sold with Wi-Fi 7 compatibility.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Two class-action lawsuits have been filed against the app following the hacks and users are questioning whether the app is actually useful in safeguarding the lives of women.—
Fortesa Latifi,
Rolling Stone,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Project Neighbors Executive Director Carmen Vincent said the homes would be suitable for nurses, teachers, grocery store clerks, senior citizens and others who need affordable homes.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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Investments in securities entail risk and are not suitable for all investors.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Less fitting was just how few words Love — who had long been estranged from Brian Wilson — said about the late Beach Boys’ mastermind before and after the video tribute.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
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Gray’s emphasis on everyday beauty and individuality finds a fitting home in a space designed to celebrate craftsmanship and sensory richness.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Everyone's racing to make humanoids affordable and practical.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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For Kahani, the shift was both philosophical and practical.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For example, some foundations have not been regularly reconciling their accounts and have made some expenditures without proper prior approval or supporting documentation, such as receipts or invoices, according to the audit.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Assuming that the administrative use of AI is done with proper security and rigor, most clients or patients won’t especially care that the therapist is using AI in that manner.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Applicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applicable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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