APPS Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

apps

noun

plural of app

as in cocktails

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Recent Examples of apps Why singles are ditching dating apps Dating app fatigue is measurable. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 Similarly, nudifying apps that manage to skirt reviews and appear in Google and Apple app stores despite violating terms could draw legal attention. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026 The apps and websites can only be accessed again once the user opens the Brick app and taps the phone back on the little grey box. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026 Despite running on an iPhone chip, the Neo can download apps from any source—not just the App Store—and any app that a Mac is compatible with, so is the Neo. — PC Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026 The controls also let users put a blanket restriction on certain categories of apps, such as social, games or entertainment or zero in on a specific app, by limiting the time that can be spent on it. — ABC News, 21 Feb. 2026 ICEBlock and similar apps have been available on Apple’s app store since the spring. — Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025 Rather than simply reflecting pre-existing social and romantic struggles, dating apps can also intensify these difficulties through dating app burnout — a cycle of disappointment, rejection and emotional exhaustion. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

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Noun

The Trade Room bar mixes mid-century modern and Art Deco styles, and the bartenders whip up craft cocktails with skill and aplomb.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
The Shangri-La Paris played host to an evening of conversations, cocktails and dinner celebrating the launch.

— Vogue Business, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of cocktails

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This adorable serving bowl is a fun way to serve Halloween appetizers at your next party.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
The 18-course journey begins with a few creative appetizers—including tilefish with crispy fried scales, a house specialty—then returns to more traditional sushi, where rare and special cuts of fish take center stage.

— Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of appetizers

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But this is the first time all three were voted as starters, with Boston also getting that honor in 2023 and 2025, while Clark has been a starter the last two years.

— Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
With most starters sitting out the preseason opener and Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel dealing with hamstring injuries, Stefanski turned to Sanders as the starter and primary option Friday night.

— Zac Jackson, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2025

Definition of starters

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Russia extended its own diesel export ban for at least another month, while China suspended fuel exports for October, a move that will further squeeze global energy supplies.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
About 7% of global energy supplies and around 12% to 15% of all global shipping transit the strait.

— Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of supplies

Noun

Use it as a candy bowl or for snacks like puppy chow, cookies, and other finger foods to add a decorative touch to your countertop spread, then cover it with the lid to store any extras.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.

— Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026