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apply for(
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)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (general)
My family doesn't have a lot of money, so I am going to apply for a scholarship.Mi familia no tiene mucho dinero, así que voy a solicitar una beca.
b. postular para (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
I graduated college last week. Now it's time to apply for a job.Me gradué en la universidad la semana pasada. Ya es hora de postular para un trabajo.
c. pedir
If you want to start a company, you need to apply for a loan.Si quieres empezar una empresa, debes pedir un préstamo.
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