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as in paths
an established course for traveling from one place to another
will take the standard landing approach from the south
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as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
that's a different approach to knitting, but it seems to work
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as in comes
to come near or nearer
the parade's approaching! I can hear the band playing!
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as in approximates
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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Recent Examples of approaches
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are among others studying or developing similar approaches.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Another pattern change arrives late this week as a cold front approaches from the north.
—Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Alternative approaches, such as power-to-liquid e-fuels, also face economic hurdles due to rising electricity costs.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
With officers posted throughout the stadium approaches, there was little visible evidence of vendors selling unofficial World Cup jerseys, scarves or flags along the main roads near the stadium.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
The most effective approaches combine multiple strategies and stay consistent.
—Jay Sparks, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
Officials say Bradley Early Education Center’s approaches to these key issues could serve as a jumping-off point for an LAUSD expansion in the industry.
—Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
As the pair approaches the elevation point for their 11,000-foot plunge, Domingo appears to get a case of the first-time jitters.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Curiosity has always been at the core of how Anna Kaplan approaches leadership.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Yet, Connecticut generally approaches Hartford carefully rather than self-belief.
—Kenneth Okeke, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
As the lift approaches the destination, a new life is suddenly within reach.
—Allison McClain Merrill, Parents, 8 June 2026
So for the most up-to-date information, keep track of the forecast as nightfall approaches in your area.
—Connor Greene, Time, 8 June 2026
Support for initiatives tends to decline as the vote approaches.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
One way to use that cap space is through accounting maneuvers designed to create more room in the future budget — like when quarterback Bo Nix approaches a massive second contract in 2027 or 2028.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Noun
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are among others studying or developing similar approaches.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Another pattern change arrives late this week as a cold front approaches from the north.
—Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Alternative approaches, such as power-to-liquid e-fuels, also face economic hurdles due to rising electricity costs.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
With officers posted throughout the stadium approaches, there was little visible evidence of vendors selling unofficial World Cup jerseys, scarves or flags along the main roads near the stadium.
—Tyler Carmona, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
The most effective approaches combine multiple strategies and stay consistent.
—Jay Sparks, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
Officials say Bradley Early Education Center’s approaches to these key issues could serve as a jumping-off point for an LAUSD expansion in the industry.
—Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Verb
Still, as the day progresses, Mercury approaches a square to taskmaster Saturn, which becomes exact very early tomorrow.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
As the pair approaches the elevation point for their 11,000-foot plunge, Domingo appears to get a case of the first-time jitters.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Curiosity has always been at the core of how Anna Kaplan approaches leadership.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Yet, Connecticut generally approaches Hartford carefully rather than self-belief.
—Kenneth Okeke, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
As the lift approaches the destination, a new life is suddenly within reach.
—Allison McClain Merrill, Parents, 8 June 2026
So for the most up-to-date information, keep track of the forecast as nightfall approaches in your area.
—Connor Greene, Time, 8 June 2026
Support for initiatives tends to decline as the vote approaches.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
One way to use that cap space is through accounting maneuvers designed to create more room in the future budget — like when quarterback Bo Nix approaches a massive second contract in 2027 or 2028.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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People and bears cross paths many thousands of times each summer, and the great majority of meetings end with the bear wandering off.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Sponsored by New England Chevy Dealers Just a short drive from Newport, Rhode Island, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.—
Rachel Holt,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Inmates challenging execution methods must suggest an alternative method.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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This fabrication process involves proprietary liquid jetting methods and additive manufacturing techniques.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
Verb
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The depth comes with questions.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Held in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, this is the president’s fifth time attending the conference in person and comes amid heightened global turmoil, with the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to loom large over the summit’s economic and geopolitical agenda.—
Emily Chang,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Shula enters his third season overseeing a defense remade by the March trade for All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie, the signing of cornerback Jaylen Watson and the trade for Garrett.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The parasite typically enters through the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, or genitals of warm-blooded mammals.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Lennox perfectly approximates Franklin’s confidence and repose on the cover of her latest album, Vacancy.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026
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Forbes approximates that Jenner is worth $670 million.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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For people exploring non-drug routes to metabolic health, lifestyle approaches remain the most accessible option.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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This allows the machine to identify obstacles, plan routes, and navigate without constant human control.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Here, members of Forbes Human Resources Council share strategies for building communication frameworks that reduce distractions, improve clarity and help employees stay engaged without feeling overwhelmed.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Learn about the debt relief strategies available to you now.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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On Thursday, Agrella shared the first images of the firm’s new vision, which was unveiled at 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen — the event started Wednesday and closes Friday.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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But rather than further ratchet up the stakes in the final minutes, the episode closes with Rosemary exhaustively — and rather hilariously — going over an extensive genealogical document for Tom and Patricia.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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