apps

plural of app

Example Sentences

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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
Noun
  • The popularity of the Honey Deuce is still rising with several signature cocktails associated with the biggest spectacles in sports.
    Jason Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Food, beer, wine and cocktails are available for purchase during Science Night Live.
    Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Great Room's menu is heavy on appetizers and small bites, while the formal Dining Room emphasizes British Columbian wines.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Menu offerings include appetizers such as Dungeness crab cakes and lobster corn dogs, and entrées such as crispy chicken Milanese, honey miso glazed salmon and a signature Skywalker Ranch Wagyu burger.
    Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
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
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
Noun
  • Once the night session concludes, an overnight crew drops supplies at each bar and cart, including the souvenir cups, vodka, lemonade and ice.
    Jason Jones, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • That includes a limited-time collection of teen and tween clothes, school supplies and accessories in pastel colors and floral prints from the women's lifestyle brand LoveShack Fancy.
    CBS News, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • An outdoor Fourth of July celebration calls for finger foods for all ages to enjoy.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Stick with finger foods that do not require utensils and will not smudge cards or game boards.
    Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026

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“Apps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apps. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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