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VocabJLPT N1

to apply (of a rule)

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to apply (of a rule)
2. to be applicable (of standards, lessons, ideas, etc.)

A verb meaning to apply to, fit, or be applicable to a particular situation, rule, or category. It is commonly used when checking whether a condition or description matches a specific case or person.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Does this rule apply to part-timers too?

Sentence 2

Just to confirm — does this case apply as well?

Sentence 3

For some reason, that rule just doesn't apply to romance.

Sentence 4

Honestly, that evaluation criteria just doesn't apply to me!

Sentence 5

I knew it — I'm a textbook example of how not to do it!