apps

noun

plural of app
as in cocktails

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Recent Examples of apps Why singles are ditching dating apps Dating app fatigue is measurable. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 Similarly, nudifying apps that manage to skirt reviews and appear in Google and Apple app stores despite violating terms could draw legal attention. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026 The apps and websites can only be accessed again once the user opens the Brick app and taps the phone back on the little grey box. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026 Despite running on an iPhone chip, the Neo can download apps from any source—not just the App Store—and any app that a Mac is compatible with, so is the Neo. — PC Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026 The controls also let users put a blanket restriction on certain categories of apps, such as social, games or entertainment or zero in on a specific app, by limiting the time that can be spent on it. — ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 ICEBlock and similar apps have been available on Apple’s app store since the spring. — Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025 Rather than simply reflecting pre-existing social and romantic struggles, dating apps can also intensify these difficulties through dating app burnout — a cycle of disappointment, rejection and emotional exhaustion. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apps
  1. cocktails
  2. appetizers
  3. starters
  4. natural foods
  5. supplies
  6. finger foods
Noun
  • Eight interconnecting venues offer everything from French-Japanese fusion, an oyster and ceviche bar, poolside cocktails, and a replica speakeasy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The first floor of the 929 building is home to a new restaurant, Remedy, which will serve coffee and pastries, then shift to lunch service and then later serve wine and cocktails in the evenings.
    — Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of cocktails
Noun
  • This adorable serving bowl is a fun way to serve Halloween appetizers at your next party.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The 18-course journey begins with a few creative appetizers—including tilefish with crispy fried scales, a house specialty—then returns to more traditional sushi, where rare and special cuts of fish take center stage.
    — Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of appetizers
Noun
  • But this is the first time all three were voted as starters, with Boston also getting that honor in 2023 and 2025, while Clark has been a starter the last two years.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • With most starters sitting out the preseason opener and Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel dealing with hamstring injuries, Stefanski turned to Sanders as the starter and primary option Friday night.
    — Zac Jackson, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2025
Definition of starters
Noun
  • It’s recommended to get magnesium through natural foods instead of supplements because natural food provides additional nutrients, including fiber, with numerous health benefits.
    — Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Definition of natural foods
Noun
  • About 7% of global energy supplies and around 12% to 15% of all global shipping transit the strait.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Regardless, any diplomatic efforts that pause the fighting and release the choke hold on global energy supplies are just the beginning.
    — Robin Wright, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplies
Noun
  • The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.
    — Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • An outdoor Fourth of July celebration calls for finger foods for all ages to enjoy.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of finger foods

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“Apps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apps. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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