Examples of “apply” in a Sentence

verb To formally request something, such as a job or place at a school.

• You can apply online before the end of the month.
• She applied for the marketing position last week.
• He's applying to three different universities.

verb To put something into use for a particular purpose.

• Apply what you learned in class when you solve this puzzle.
• You should apply the same rules to everyone.
• Apply a thin layer of paint and let it dry.

verb To be relevant or have an effect on a particular case.

• The discount applies only to items bought in the store.
• Does this rule apply to visitors as well as staff?
• That deadline doesn't apply to remote workers.