Used when describing the action of physically spreading a substance on the body or another surface.

Physical Action

Implies that the substance needs to be fully absorbed or adequately spread into the area.

Thorough Application

Commonly used in contexts related to skincare, haircare, or other beauty routines.

Often used to indicate that someone is making another person feel worse about a mistake or flaw.

Can cause feelings of embarrassment or shame in the person whose faults are being highlighted.

The idiomatic use is informal and more common in casual speech rather than formal writing.