1. putting something on a surface or using something for a particular purpose
Usage: present participle of apply
2. making a formal request for something such as a job, school admission, or permit
Usage: present participle of apply
3. using a rule, law, or principle in a particular situation
Usage: present participle of apply

Examples

• She is applying sunscreen to protect her skin.
• He is applying for a scholarship to attend college.
• The teacher is applying new methods in her classroom.
• They are applying pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
• I am applying myself more seriously to my studies this semester.
• The company is applying strict safety regulations.
• She spent hours applying makeup for the performance.