as in ratifies
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
as soon as the pond project was approved, the bulldozers were at the site
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Recent Examples of approves
To build such a loop, treat the first AI draft as a starting point, and require a second pass where AI challenges itself before a human approves anything.
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Robert Burko, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
However, utilities must submit experimental data proving safety before the NRC approves these operational changes.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
The guild approves every title that comes to Angel.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 June 2026
Even so, the administration has proceeded to bring its proposal before the two federal agencies tasked with giving feedback, usually after Congress approves.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 10 June 2026
SoFi also approves co-signers with credit scores in the mid-600s and offers repayment terms from five to 20 years, which gives you more flexibility to find a monthly payment that works for your budget.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 9 June 2026
At the end of each year, TEA approves or denies all teachers recommended to them by a school district.
—Samuel O’Neal 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Every choice made for their evolving Newton is discussed with the Apple team, which approves designs for how apps and sounds change season to season.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 8 June 2026
Most members of the federal agency that approves construction on federal land voted in favor Thursday of seeking more information from the Department of the Interior, which submitted the application for the 250-foot arch planned between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
—Arkansas Online, 7 June 2026
Robert Burko, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
However, utilities must submit experimental data proving safety before the NRC approves these operational changes.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
The guild approves every title that comes to Angel.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 June 2026
Even so, the administration has proceeded to bring its proposal before the two federal agencies tasked with giving feedback, usually after Congress approves.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 10 June 2026
SoFi also approves co-signers with credit scores in the mid-600s and offers repayment terms from five to 20 years, which gives you more flexibility to find a monthly payment that works for your budget.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 9 June 2026
At the end of each year, TEA approves or denies all teachers recommended to them by a school district.
—Samuel O’Neal 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Every choice made for their evolving Newton is discussed with the Apple team, which approves designs for how apps and sounds change season to season.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 8 June 2026
Most members of the federal agency that approves construction on federal land voted in favor Thursday of seeking more information from the Department of the Interior, which submitted the application for the 250-foot arch planned between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
—Arkansas Online, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approves
Verb
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The school board is scheduled to vote on the agreement during its meeting on Tuesday, but the union urged an earlier vote, saying teachers could return Monday if the board ratifies the deal by then.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Others feel that the treaty effectively ratifies something that already exists.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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Research in Frontiers in Psychology confirms that self-aware leaders make sharper decisions under pressure, sustain stronger teams and outlast peers across market cycles.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirms 1 person killed During a news conference, Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirmed that one person was killed.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
Verb
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But those dollars are in limbo until the city finalizes its new master plan.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2026
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Walke said that if the EPA finalizes the rollback now, the NRDC would plan to challenge it in court.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The summary endorses rather than describes.—
Jamie Cole,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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Retiring San Francisco former House speaker endorses struggling supervisor Connie Chan for her seat, propelling her to a top-two finish against fellow Democrat Scott Wiener and showing Pelosi still has clout.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
Verb
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Percy accepts this and leaves Barry’s Bay the next day, returning home to Seattle.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
10 June 2026
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The program accepts digital coupons and offers cash back rewards.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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While Congress reauthorizes the legal framework that allows for the collection of the communications, a secretive court known as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court authorizes the government to conduct the surveillance programs under certain parameters for up to a year.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The bill specifically authorizes financial damages, because under current law, plaintiffs can only obtain injunctions that prevent future or ongoing violations, the summary said.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 June 2026
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