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i am applying vs i apply

Both phrases are correct, but they’re used in different contexts. "I am applying" is used when you are currently in the process of applying for something, while "I apply" is used to talk about a habitual or regular action.
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i am applying

This phrase is correct and commonly used when you are currently in the process of applying for something.

Use "I am applying" when you want to express that you are currently in the process of submitting an application for a job, school, or any other opportunity.

Examples:

  • I am applying for a job at the new company downtown.
  • She is applying for a scholarship to study abroad.
  • We are applying for a loan to buy a house.
  • Apr 29, 2023 ... If you're using it in the sense of writing a cover letter you would say “I am applying to your company.” Upvote
  • Jun 6, 2016 ... I apply for a job. /I applied for a job. /I am applying for a job. Are the above three sentences grammatically correct?
  • Jan 19, 2016 ... For example, if I am applying to Stanford, I would pick Iowa State as one of my universities. Stanford is a top 10 and Iowa State is a top 100.
  • Nov 8, 2023 ... A school asked me what other grad schools I am applying to, is this a trick? General Advice. I'm applying to Rice and their exact words are ...
  • Feb 5, 2016 ... Why do job recruiters/interviewers ask if I am applying at any other company during a job interview? 348,696 Views · In a job interview, can ...
  • Jan 17, 2023 ... Ignoring the problem that I don't know a second person I could ask for a LOR for now, is it weird to ask the professor I am applying to for ...
  • Jul 23, 2020 ... It usually happen that I am applying for a job continuously but there is no response from the recruiters side.
  • Nov 25, 2012 ... PhD application asking what other insitution I am applying to, how to answer? · 1 · 3 · 2 · Sometimes they ask for N other schools. · If the question ...
  • Jul 26, 2021 ... I am applying to 5 universities. I don't know if 5 is enough. Answered. I am considering to apply to, unc,unc,uncg,queen university and Nc ...
  • Dec 5, 2013 ... If I am applying for a graduate school, should I mention that I am already a PhD student at another school? All related (4). Recommended.

Alternatives:

  • I am in the process of applying
  • I am currently applying
  • I am submitting my application
  • I am in the middle of applying
  • I am in the process of submitting my application

i apply

This phrase is correct and commonly used to talk about a habitual or regular action of applying for something.

Use "I apply" when you want to express that applying for something is a regular or habitual action for you.

Examples:

  • I apply for jobs every summer.
  • She applies for scholarships every year.
  • We apply for grants on a regular basis.
  • Want to stay up-to-date on all admissions events and deadlines? We invite you to register for I-Apply, Saint Ignatius High School's new admissions portal ...
  • How do I apply? You may apply for SNAP benefits online, in person, or by mail or fax. To apply for SNAP online, please visit the DSS Benefits Portal. To ...
  • How do I apply? You can apply online right now. Just answer a few questions, and we'll help you get started with the education benefits form that's right ...
  • How do I apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?. myBenefits. Find out if you may be eligible and apply for programs and services. You ...
  • Mar 6, 2024 ... When should I apply? You can apply for an ITIN any time during the year when you have a filing or reporting requirement. At a minimum, you ...
  • After I apply. An image of a letter. Get email updates about my application status · Respond to a letter or email · Using your new passport · Get Email Updates ...
  • Oct 18, 2024 ... How Do I Apply to Accept Benefits? · 1. Create a Login.gov account · 2. Complete the SNAP Retailer Application · 3. Wait for a Decision from FNS · 4 ...
  • How do I apply for Early Action to Wake Forest? Simply select the designation for Early Action on the Common Application or the Coalition, Powered by SCOIR ...
  • Housing Choice Vouchers Fact Sheet On this page What are housing choice vouchers? Am I eligible? How do I apply? Local preferences and waiting list - what ...
  • Health Care (Medicaid) · How do I apply for Medicaid? · How do I make changes to my existing case or application? · How do I apply for benefits if I don't have an ...

Alternatives:

  • I regularly apply
  • I habitually apply
  • I frequently apply
  • I am accustomed to applying
  • I am used to applying

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