4
There appears a haphazard attitude among the younger generation.
There appears to be a haphazard attitude among the younger generation.
there appears/appeared + to be + noun phrase (= seem): ‘There appears to be a shortage of
paper.’ ‘There appears to have been a breakdown in communication.’
apply
1
I’ve applied a one-year course in computer studies.
I’ve applied for a one-year course in computer studies.
I don’t have enough experience to apply to the job.
I don’t have enough experience to apply for the job.
apply (to an organization) for a job, course, scholarship etc.: ‘She has applied for the post of
Senior Lecturer.’
2
The new tax law applies only on people with large incomes.
The new tax law applies only to people with large incomes.
apply to sb/sth (= be aimed at): ‘The club’s rules and regulations apply to all members.’
appointment
1
I was very nervous during the appointment and I’m sure they’ll give the job to
someone else.
I was very nervous during the interview and I’m sure they’ll give the job to
someone else.
appointment = an arrangement that you have made to see a doctor, dentist, business person, etc
at a particular time: ‘You can’t see the manager without an appointment.’ ‘My appointment was
for ten thirty.’
interview = a formal meeting at which people ask you questions to see if you are suitable for a
particular job, course of study, etc: ‘If they’re interested in your application, they’ll ask you to go
for an interview.’
2
I had an appointment with Takumi, a friend of mine.
I had arranged to meet Takumi, a friend of mine.
You make an appointment to see a doctor, principal, business person, etc: ‘I’ve got an
appointment to see Dr Tanner on Tuesday.’ You arrange to meet/see a friend, relative etc: ‘We’ve
arranged to meet Alan at the swimming pool.’
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