applying
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.the process of officially asking for a job, a loan, or a place at a school.
v.the act of submitting a formal request, typically for employment, academic admission, or financial assistance.
Simple“She is applying for a new job because she wants a higher salary.”
In context“After months of searching, he is finally applying for a senior position that matches his technical expertise.”
UsageRequires the preposition 'for' when referring to the position or object being sought.
PitfallShe is applying a job at the bank. She is applying for a job at the bank.When you want to get a job, you must use the preposition 'for' after applying.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
v.spreading or rubbing a substance like cream, paint, or glue onto something.
v.the act of spreading or laying a substance onto a surface for medicinal, decorative, or functional purposes.
Simple“Applying sunscreen every two hours will help protect your skin from the sun.”
In context“The nurse demonstrated the correct technique for applying the ointment to the wound to ensure maximum absorption.”
UsageOften takes a direct object (the substance) followed by 'to' (the surface).
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.using a rule, law, or piece of information in a particular situation.
v.the practical implementation of a rule, theory, or principle to a specific case or context.
Simple“The teacher is applying new rules to make the classroom a better place to study.”
In context“By applying these theoretical frameworks to modern data, the researchers discovered several previously unnoticed trends in consumer behaviour.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
v.working very hard and focusing all your attention on a task.
v.the act of concentrating one's efforts or faculties steadily on a task; usually reflexive.
Simple“If you keep applying yourself to your studies, you will definitely pass the exam.”
In context“The student began applying himself with renewed vigour once he realised the competitive nature of the scholarship process.”
UsageTypically used reflexively with 'oneself' followed by the preposition 'to'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 05 C1 Advanced
n.the act of putting something into use or onto a surface.
n.the action of putting something into operation or the process of topical administration.
Simple“The frequent applying of the brakes caused the car to slow down quickly.”
In context“The repeated applying of the chemical treatment eventually weakened the structural integrity of the timber frame.”
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