Example Sentences

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While it’s unclear the extent to which automation could impact jobs in those industries, tech and e-commerce fulfillment companies have been applying that technology in warehouses for years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The US and other mediators have been applying pressure on both sides to advance to the next stages of Trump's plan.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025

Migrants have been applying for 740 slots made available daily on the glitch-plagued app, CBPOne, which allows them to enter the U.S. legally at an official crossing.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2023

Lacking a slam dunk to point to in campaign ads, Mr. Newsom and others have been applying the law, loudly.

From New York Times • Sep. 1, 2022

Mr. Wellins said, “Well, it does sound to me as though you boys have been applying yourselves. Have a good time at the dance, Ryan Dean, and I’ll look forward to seeing that essay tomorrow.”

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith