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Apply means to use something to complete a task or to do something with. (verb)
To put glue on a paper is an example of apply glue.
Apply means that something is relevant or applicable to something else. (verb)
Saying the law has to be obeyed by everyone is an example of how the law does apply to everyone.
Apply means to go through the proper steps to be granted a request. (verb)
To fill out some documents to ask the bank for a loan is an example of apply for a loan.
Apply means to make a strong effort to do a job well. (verb)
To work really hard in order to get a presentation finished on time is an example of how to apply yourself.
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