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apply for

VERB

order

Synonyms

STRONGEST

buy call for charge direct hire instruct obtain request require tell warn

STRONG

adjure bid book decree dictate enact engage enjoin ordain prescribe reserve secure

WEAK

call the shots call the signals contract for pull strings rule the roost send away for

Antonyms

STRONG

cancel give up refuse

WEAK

disallow prevent rescind

Example Sentences

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“People are asking me, ‘Can we still apply?,’ and I think the most important thing is, yes, people can still apply for a green card within the United States if they’re eligible.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

They can also affect when laid-off workers actually apply for benefits.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

It can also apply for a court order to block a site in the UK in the most serious cases.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Officials warned customers not to apply for the payout if they don’t meet the requirements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

“Why don’t you go down to the bank and apply for a teller job?”

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett

apply for

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