1
as in came
to come near or nearer
the parade's approaching! I can hear the band playing!
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2
as in entered
to move closer to
approach the bull with caution
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3
as in approximated
to come near or nearer to in character or quality
his store-bought dessert doesn't even approach your homemade version of it
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The outing between the pair came shortly after Swift and Kelce grabbed dinner in Park City, Utah, earlier this month.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025 -
But the 30-day notice came anyway, just days after her husband lost his job as a machine operator.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
15 Mar. 2025
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Heyward, who joined the Padres last month, entered the 2010 season as a 20-year-old outfield prospect for the Atlanta Braves.—
Dennis Lin,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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According to the Federal National Mortgage Association, known as Fannie Mae, the economy and labor market entered the year on firm footing.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Mar. 2025
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But the measure never got a committee vote, which Reader attributes to lawmakers having to prioritize other legislation as the end of session neared.—
Christine Condon,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Apr. 2025
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As Langley neared the Brookshire Freeway, a couple children riding their bikes laughed and smiled with excitement.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2025
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His music reflected his deep environmental commitment and love for the outdoors, qualities that led to accolades including Grammy and Emmy Awards.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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The European integrated energy major’s third-quarter performance reflected the decline in oil prices, which fell 17% amid concerns over global demand.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Officials argued that because governing was a full-time job and all five members of the City Council had equal voting power, part-time officials deserved district funds that more closely matched the mayor’s budget.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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The player matched four out of the five winning numbers, plus the Powerball, for the April 12 drawing, according to a the Texas Lottery.—
Jennifer Rodriguez,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Approached.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approached. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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