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application

[ap-li-key-shuhn] / ˌæp lɪˈkeɪ ʃən /




NOUN
the act of putting a substance on something
Synonyms
NOUN
computer program
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On Friday, during a Court of Appeal hearing where an application to overturn his conviction was quashed, it emerged Xiao had been returned to the US and was believed to no longer be in custody.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Wise said it strengthened its local U.S. program and enhanced investigation and reporting processes among other changes made since its original application was filed.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

It’s planning to submit a new application for a national bank trust charter, this time under the Genius Act that makes stablecoins more visible alongside existing payment rails.

From MarketWatch Jul. 24, 2026

The company said in response that it has been addressing historical issues with its original application mentioned in the OCC letter.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

“You could still write about the neighborhood composting program for your college application essay,” I offer.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

Freddie Mac calculates the average rate from the thousands of loan applications submitted to them, while Mortgage News Daily data surveys mortgage lenders.

From MarketWatch Jul. 23, 2026

Rachel, from Cardiff, said she was unsuccessful during the first round of applications, but was hopeful in the second, having applied for three new positions.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

Both programs will employ forward deployed engineers who work onsite with clients to plan and build AI applications.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

The Burbank giant filed its renewal applications “under protest.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2026

I guess because Mom’s been keeping her so busy with applications.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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