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applies

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Learn how to use applies in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “use in a specific situation”

(verb) to use or implement something or a rule in a specific situation. Like when you have a rule at school and you follow it in class.

Example

The same dress code applies to all students in the school.

Example

This rule does not apply to the new employees.

Example

Does the same policy apply to everyone in the company?

Context: “be relevant or pertinent”

(verb) to be relevant or important to a situation or person. Like when something matters or is related to what you're talking about.

Example

The same principles apply to both cases.

Example

Your opinion does not apply in this discussion.

Example

Do these rules apply to visitors as well?

How to pronounce applies

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