applied

Example Sentences

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When connected to a battery, an electric charge is applied to ions within the liquid.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Because I have health issues, I applied for survivor benefits when I turned 60.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

But the British didn’t give up and applied once more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

She applied for fewer jobs but spent more time on each one.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“I got an email from one of the jobs I applied for. I have an in-person interview next week. Guess I should go ahead and shave.”

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks