1
as in applied
capable of being put to use or account
is that information applicable in this case?
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2
as in relevant
having to do with the matter at hand
that comment isn't applicable to our discussion
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3
as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
a knack for selecting the most applicable word
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Recent Examples of applicable
The Senate parliamentarian, who advises senators on rules interpretations, has reportedly agreed that the Congressional Review Act is not applicable in this situation.
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Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 12 May 2025
None of the provisions of international law on the definition of refugees are applicable in this case.
—Kate Bartlett, NPR, 12 May 2025
There are generally no U.S. federal antidiscrimination laws applicable to foreign firms operating outside the U.S. unless controlled by a U.S. employer and employ U.S. citizens.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
Technically, federal holidays are applicable only to federal employees and the District of Columbia, meaning states individually determine their legal holidays, according to the Congressional Research Service.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 May 2025
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Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 12 May 2025
None of the provisions of international law on the definition of refugees are applicable in this case.
—Kate Bartlett, NPR, 12 May 2025
There are generally no U.S. federal antidiscrimination laws applicable to foreign firms operating outside the U.S. unless controlled by a U.S. employer and employ U.S. citizens.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
Technically, federal holidays are applicable only to federal employees and the District of Columbia, meaning states individually determine their legal holidays, according to the Congressional Research Service.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applicable
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Jiang, an assistant professor at SIPS, is an applied roboticist with a special focus on image processing and artificial intelligence (AI).—
Hope Hodge Seck,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Goals workshop: The American Association of University Women Poway/PQ branch will host Vicki Halsey, vice president of applied learning with the Ken Blanchard Companies.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Purdy worked hard to become relevant and a team leader, and no one in the locker room questions the contracts given to him, Kittle or Warner.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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These meetings typically include a review of relevant data and an opportunity for the public to provide input.—
Claire Bugos,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
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During arguments before the Supreme Court, several of the justices expressed concerns about the use of nationwide injunctions, but John Sauer, President Donald Trump’s solicitor general, faced pushback this week about whether limiting injunctions was appropriate in this case.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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But now, with what is happening, the title is even more appropriate.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
18 May 2025
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The original system has evolved significantly since its introduction, with specialized needles now available including the Fast Pour, which is especially useful at restaurants, and Vintage needles designed for older corks.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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By David Kessler Ever since the pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk realized that GLP-1 drugs were useful for more than diabetes, doctors and researchers have struggled to answer a deceptively simple question: Who should be taking them?—
David Kessler,
The Atlantic,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Securities, investment products, other financial products or strategies discussed herein may not be suitable for all investors.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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So what could be more fitting than renaming it for Donald Trump?—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
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The back-and-forth nature of this series almost makes a Game 7 a deserving, fitting end to this matchup.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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States warn there could be 'unprecedented chaos' Jeremy Feigenbaum, a lawyer representing the states challenging Trump's policy, stressed the practical problems of not having a national standard for citizenship while the executive order is being litigated.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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For a super-yacht, the vibe was surprisingly casual aboard—think practical expedition wear during the day and casual evening attire like wrap skirts and linen shirts at night.—
Jennifer Flowers,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
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The helmsman, feeling swells beneath the vessel, gleans the proper heading, even in the dark.—
The Conversation,
The Conversation,
14 May 2025
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In other cases, cut back on watering your indoor plants and install proper drainage in moisture-prone areas like the basement or crawlspace.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
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“Applicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applicable. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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