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as in relates
to have a relation or connection
does your rule about calling home apply to me as well?
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as in devotes
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
Sam applied himself to writing thank-you letters to everyone who'd helped sponsor him for the charity walk
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as in spreads
to put a layer of on a surface
apply the ointment liberally
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as in uses
to put into action or service
apply the laws of motion to this physics problem
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as in enforces
to carry out effectively
a police officer applying the law
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Recent Examples of applies
This case has become a bellwether for how traditional copyright law applies to AI development.
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Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This same principle applies to human relationships.
—Don Yaeger, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Moreover, the qualified immunity that prosecutors have for purposes of not enabling lawsuits aimed at redressing good faith prosecutions, applies to prosecutors, not investigators—and the FBI is an investigatory agency.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
That’s because owners know the rent increase cap applies to each year separately.
—Joshua Stein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The program applies to Shelby, Davidson and Hamilton counties to allow families who meet income restrictions apply.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
One of these, which applies to both men’s and women’s teams, states players must not leave the north-west of England during their season without the permission of club management.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
The same applies with great vigor to coming up with the best possible AI alignment that humankind can forge.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The same analysis applies to personal security details.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
This same principle applies to human relationships.
—Don Yaeger, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Moreover, the qualified immunity that prosecutors have for purposes of not enabling lawsuits aimed at redressing good faith prosecutions, applies to prosecutors, not investigators—and the FBI is an investigatory agency.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
That’s because owners know the rent increase cap applies to each year separately.
—Joshua Stein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The program applies to Shelby, Davidson and Hamilton counties to allow families who meet income restrictions apply.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
One of these, which applies to both men’s and women’s teams, states players must not leave the north-west of England during their season without the permission of club management.
—Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
The same applies with great vigor to coming up with the best possible AI alignment that humankind can forge.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The same analysis applies to personal security details.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Wastewater testing can therefore give an earlier and more accurate indication of COVID-19 levels as the infection spreads to different areas, rather than just relying on positive tests.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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An innovation center in Germany spreads festive cheer with a unique holiday greeting.Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, any business that uses regular encryption tools faces a major risk.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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To measure students' readiness for graduation, the learning model uses mastery learning targets.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Labor advocates argue that the level of control Amazon exerts over these workers' conditions more closely resembles an employer-employee relationship.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This in turn can spur evolutionary genetic and metabolic investments that protect against, or repair, the damage life exerts on cells.Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
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On the other hand, a clear framework enforces policies, assures compliance and automates access, which can help to decrease errors and prevent unwanted access.Rohan Pinto, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Congress makes laws; the administrative state enforces them; and judges decide whether the enforcement is fair based on a close read of the law.Brian Fung, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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From when to take it off to how to clean your diamond or gemstone, the GIA Graduate Gemologist and 4th-generation jeweler gives the inside scoop.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Mike Morse Law Firm gives $20 Uber vouchers The Mike Morse Law Firm is giving away 1,000 $20 Uber vouchers for people 21 and up to use in Metro Detroit on New Years Eve.Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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The company utilizes smart contracts to automate the payment process, enabling near-instant transactions that are less susceptible to human error.Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Besides what’s produced in Limoges, the brand utilizes factories around the world.David Moin, WWD, 20 Dec. 2024
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The tracker relies on radar technology and satellites to keep tabs on Santa, according to NORAD, which notes those methods are the same ones the agency employs to protect skies over North America.Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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On September 16, Forest Service chief Randy Moore held a staff-wide videoconference, which was then released to the public, explaining how the massive agency, which employs approximately 30,000 people, would address the shortfall.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
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Liverpool operates across Mexico with 310 stores under the Liverpool and Suburbia banners, 119 specialized boutiques, as well as 29 shopping centers.David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
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Nordstrom, founded in 1901 as a shoe retailer, operates 93 Nordstrom department stores, about 300 Rack off-price stores, and six Nordstrom Locals, which operate as service hubs.David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
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