The term 'apply' can be used in many different contexts. In this crossword, the solutions for the term 'apply' are 'ASK, ' 'COAT, ' 'GIVE, ' 'SPEND, ' 'BEND, ' 'HOLD, ' 'FIT, ' 'ADDRESS, ' 'CONCENTRATE, ' 'DISPENSE, ' 'PUT, ' 'USE, ' 'EXERT, ' and 'DEVOTE' and 'PERTAIN.' These words all suggest different ways of applying oneself to a task or situation. For example, 'ASK' implies inquiring about something, 'COAT' suggests covering something with a layer, 'GIVE' implies offering something, 'SPEND' suggests using time or resources, 'BEND' suggests changing shape, 'HOLD' suggests grasping something, 'FIT' suggests being suitable, 'ADDRESS' implies speaking to someone, 'CONCENTRATE' suggests focusing on something, 'DISPENSE' suggests distributing something, 'PUT' suggests placing something, 'USE' suggests utilizing something, 'EXERT' suggests exerting effort, 'DEVOTE' suggests dedicating oneself, and 'PERTAIN' suggests relating to something. All of these words suggest different ways of applying oneself to a task or situation.