Apply
Reserve
Reserve verb - To keep or intend for a special purpose.
Usage example: we must reserve this cup for ceremonial use only
Mutual synonyms
Common collocations
| term | apply term | reserve term |
| time | apply time | reserve time |
| maintenance | apply maintenance | reserve maintenance |
| powers | apply powers | reserve powers |
Both words in one sentence
- Every one has a reserve of energy in their bodies, but only some people can access it, and it has different effects based on the individual and how they apply it.
Source: Magic by Any Other Name - Only those who are during their service promoted to NCO ranks or pass successfully the Reserve Officer Academy are eligible to apply for Finnish Military Academy.
Source: Up Through the Ranks -
Second, she's a prisoner for much of the series, so stuff like social position, weapon and costume choice don't really apply, but despite this, her basic attitude exudes grace and reserve, she's aloof by nature and she's certainly stoic.
Source: Lady of War
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