apply oneself en · VERB
Pronunciation
Meanings
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(idiomatic) Synonym of strive: to work hard, to complete an activity with good effort and focus.
His parents wish he had applied himself better while he was in school, but he couldn't give a toss.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| applying oneself | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| applied oneself | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| applied oneself | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| applies oneself | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |