Apply and Modify

Apply

Apply verb - To have a relation or connection.

Modify and apply are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Modify" instead a verb "Apply".

Modify

Modify verb - To limit the meaning of (as a noun).

Apply and modify are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Apply" instead a verb "Modify".

Common collocations

power apply power modify power
time apply time modify time
way apply way modify way
spell apply spell modify spell
Other words: technology, rule, bit, tactics, damage, rules, powers, weapons, abilities.

Both words in one sentence

  • Humans set personal standards for themselves governing what is acceptable under what circumstances, which they can modify or ignore if they encounter situations in which those standards do not apply.
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