The phrase "applying a bit of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to the act of using a small amount of something, often in a context of effort, technique, or method.
Example: "In order to improve the flavor of the dish, I recommend applying a bit of salt before serving."
Alternatives: "using a small amount of" or "incorporating a touch of".
Applying a bit of gas can transfer weight to the rear, helping to steady a car if the tail feels light or -- heaven forbid -- is fishtailing.
As an added precaution, he performed them right alongside her, gently applying a bit of what he refers to as "elbow choreography".
Once they take the tempo down a notch and start applying a bit of lateral thought, however, the transformation is amazing, and the Downside material is consistently impressive.
Applying a bit of science to these animals might well leave them stranded but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy them for the creations that they are, and I'd love to dissect one if there ever an option!
Biology would leave the Game of Thrones dragons grounded | Lost Worlds Revisited Applying a bit of science to these animals might well leave them stranded but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy them for the creations that they are, and I'd love to dissect one if there ever an option!
By applying a bit of evolutionary biology to the tale, a researcher says he now has an answer.
The biggest tip, as ever, is to apply a bit of common sense: where are you buying your makeup from?
Sharper by design Here's how to apply a bit of vorsprung durch technik to the always-pressing problem of sharpening a pencil.
Lightly spread the other slices of bread with mayonnaise or butter, place over the lentils and apply a bit of pressure to bed everything down.
No chance, they'd forego all this namby-pamby watchfulness, and apply a bit of big toe to collective Windies rump.
Asked if Clegg was accusing Osborne of holding it up, a Lib Dem source said Clegg was not quite saying that; he was just hoping to "apply a bit of pressure" to Osborne to ensure it got approved.
