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clamp down	to apply strong pressure in order to hold tightly. [1/2 definitions]
curfew	a rule or law that sets a time after which everyone must be off the street and inside for the night. Curfews sometimes apply only to a particular group, such as young people.
enamel	to coat with enamel; apply enamel to. [1/4 definitions]
exert	to use or put into action; apply. [1/2 definitions]
eyedropper	a small glass or plastic tube used to apply drops of medicine, especially to the eyes.
put	to make use of; apply. [1/5 definitions]
smear	to spread or apply on or over a surface. [1/5 definitions]
steam	to apply steam to in order to cook or clean. [1/7 definitions]

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