verb

applying

uh-PLEYE-ihng

verb

Making a formal request, putting something to use, or being relevant; the present participle of apply.

"She spent the evening applying for graduate programs."

"He's applying the same technique to a new project."

How to Use Applying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing act of applying — requesting, using, or making something relevant.

Common pairings

applying for a job applying pressure

applyings plural

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She spent the evening _____ for graduate programs.

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