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Collocations for apply - verb

1. be relevant

ADV.

equally
These principles apply equally in all cases.

PREP.

to
These restrictions do not apply to us.

PHRASES

the same applies
British companies are subject to international laws and the same applies to companies in Europe.

2. put/spread on a surface

ADV.

directly | evenly | freely | sparingly
Apply the insecticide sparingly.

PREP.

over
Apply the glue evenly over both surfaces.
to
Never apply the cleaning liquid directly to the surface.

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