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Apply sunscreen before going outside.
What does Apply mean?
Apply means to use something in practice.
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To apply means to put something into use or to use a method in a real situation.
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I will apply for the art club.
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Apply can mean to put something on, use a rule, or ask for a position.
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uh · ply · strongest beat: ply
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MeaningApply means to use something in practice.
ExampleExample: Apply sunscreen before going outside.
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- Syllables
- uh · ply
- Strongest beat
- ply
- Ending
- ply
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ply.
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