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Recent Examples of apps
Similarly, nudifying apps that manage to skirt reviews and appear in Google and Apple app stores despite violating terms could draw legal attention.
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Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
The apps and websites can only be accessed again once the user opens the Brick app and taps the phone back on the little grey box.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Despite running on an iPhone chip, the Neo can download apps from any source—not just the App Store—and any app that a Mac is compatible with, so is the Neo.
—PC Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
The controls also let users put a blanket restriction on certain categories of apps, such as social, games or entertainment or zero in on a specific app, by limiting the time that can be spent on it.
—ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
ICEBlock and similar apps have been available on Apple’s app store since the spring.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Rather than simply reflecting pre-existing social and romantic struggles, dating apps can also intensify these difficulties through dating app burnout — a cycle of disappointment, rejection and emotional exhaustion.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
The apps and websites can only be accessed again once the user opens the Brick app and taps the phone back on the little grey box.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Despite running on an iPhone chip, the Neo can download apps from any source—not just the App Store—and any app that a Mac is compatible with, so is the Neo.
—PC Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
The controls also let users put a blanket restriction on certain categories of apps, such as social, games or entertainment or zero in on a specific app, by limiting the time that can be spent on it.
—ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026
ICEBlock and similar apps have been available on Apple’s app store since the spring.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Rather than simply reflecting pre-existing social and romantic struggles, dating apps can also intensify these difficulties through dating app burnout — a cycle of disappointment, rejection and emotional exhaustion.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for apps
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In addition to its dozens of craft beers and cocktails available at each location, University of Beer serves classic bar fare and elevated takes on the cuisine.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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The pool and pool bar are sheltered by palm trees and offer a long list of cocktails, including my favorite, which was a coconut margarita.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Happy Hour offers half off cocktails, $4 beers, $7 wine and 50 percent off appetizers.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
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For pricing, most breakfast dishes fall in the $7-$15 range, appetizers generally run $9-$16, sandwiches and burgers are typically $12-$16, and most lunch and dinner entrées land between $13-$20.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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With most starters sitting out the preseason opener and Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel dealing with hamstring injuries, Stefanski turned to Sanders as the starter and primary option Friday night.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
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It’s recommended to get magnesium through natural foods instead of supplements because natural food provides additional nutrients, including fiber, with numerous health benefits.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2026
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The medical supplies facility has faced seven OSHA complaints since 2022, costing the company thousands of dollars in penalties.—
Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Attendees can receive a free scarf while supplies last.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Importer Wilson Daniel curates a lineup of exclusive wines like Gaja, Dal Forno Romano, Biondi Santi and more to pair with appetizers and finger foods.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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Crowd-pleasing favorites include creamy dips like our Herby Green Hummus and savory finger foods such as Ham and Swiss Sliders.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
21 May 2026
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“Apps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apps. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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