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that apply with
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "that apply with" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey a relationship or relevance but is not commonly used in this form. Example: "The rules that apply with this situation need to be clarified." (Note: "that apply to" would be correct.)
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Wiki
Science
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Exact Expressions
5 human-written examples
Most are overseen by a student activities association, which doles out money to individual clubs that apply with their financial requests.
News & Media
There are laws that apply with real implications for liability".
News & Media
The Prius is an automatic hybridized transmission-styled (CV) automobile, and all steps that apply with other cars, apply with the Prius.
Wiki
And of the people completely new that apply, with no experience, how will they get trained fast enough to begin inspections from Monday?" she said.
News & Media
Writing for a 5 4 majority, Justice Anthony Kennedy overturned the Sixth Circuit's decision, declaring in expansive language that the right to marry is constitutionally "fundamental" (guaranteed by both the due-process and equal-protection clauses) for reasons that "apply with equal force to same-sex couples".
Encyclopedias
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
The study was conducted on the base of Headache Center on patients that applied with migraine without aura [1] with attacks resistant to NSAID or triptans, or frequent attacks (4-8 per month).
The same rule that applied with the drinks applies with the food!
Wiki
The rule that applies with all heat tools applies to curling wands as well: don't try to curl too much hair at once.
Wiki
This code also lets you use your phone with other networks beside Sprint, which violates the terms and conditions agreement that applies with your contract.
Wiki
But I don't know if that applies with Bitcoin.
News & Media
Who didn't know that?" It's a rule that applies with special force to Popper.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Replace the phrase "that apply with" with the grammatically correct alternative "that apply to". This ensures clarity and adherence to standard English.
Common error
Avoid using "with" after "apply" when indicating what something is relevant to. "Apply to" is the correct prepositional phrase to use when indicating relevance or applicability.
Source & Trust
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "that apply with" functions as a relative clause aiming to modify a noun by specifying a condition or characteristic. However, it uses an incorrect preposition. Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect.
Frequent in
News & Media
40%
Wiki
30%
Science
30%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
0%
Formal & Business
0%
Academia
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "that apply with" is generally considered grammatically incorrect; the correct form is "that apply to". While Ludwig shows its presence across diverse sources, including news, wikis and scientific publications, this does not legitimize its use in formal English. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatically incorrect status. To maintain clarity and credibility, always opt for grammatically sound alternatives like "that apply to", "that pertain to", or similar phrases, depending on your intended nuance.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
that apply to
This is the most direct and grammatically correct replacement, changing the preposition to "to".
that are applicable to
Rephrases using "applicable" to convey suitability or relevance to a specific situation.
that pertain to
Uses "pertain" to indicate relevance or relation to something.
that are relevant to
Employs "relevant" to denote a direct connection or importance to the subject.
that relate to
Substitutes with "relate" to suggest a connection or association.
that are associated with
Highlights a connection or relationship, implying a link but not necessarily direct applicability.
that are in connection with
Indicates a link or relationship, often used in more formal contexts.
that bear on
A more formal and less common way to express relevance or influence.
that have a bearing on
Emphasizes the influence or effect something has on a particular situation.
that are connected to
Focuses on the link or association, suggesting a broader, less direct relationship.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "that apply with" in a sentence?
The phrase "that apply with" is generally considered incorrect. The correct phrasing is to use "that apply to".
What can I say instead of "that apply with"?
Alternatives to "that apply with" include "that apply to", "that pertain to", or "that relate to" depending on the specific context.
Which is correct, "that apply with" or "that apply to"?
"That apply to" is the correct and grammatically sound phrase. "That apply with" is not standard English.
What's the difference between "that apply with" and "that apply to"?
The phrase "that apply with" is not grammatically correct and should be avoided. Instead, use "that apply to" which is the standard and accepted form.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
79%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested