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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
Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Now analysts are adjusting their forecasts based on the memory-heavy requirements of the agentic phase of artificial intelligence, and the approaches being taken by hardware makers dealing with component supply bottlenecks.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 1 June 2026
The games at Gillette aren’t the only important date fans should know as the World Cup approaches.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
The findings could reshape treatment approaches if regulators approve the drug.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Some of these approaches require meticulous scholarship and technical proficiency; others, an attunement to the invisible realms of feeling and folklore.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
So mathematicians expected that any proof of the conjecture would involve major new ideas or approaches.
—ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026
Countries including Britain, France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are also studying or developing similar approaches.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Fans get to know actors, musicians and directors beyond surface level because Poehler approaches each conversation from a more personal perspective, instead of strictly professional.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
The winds will shift late in the week, becoming increasingly southerly as a storm system approaches.
—Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Duncan approaches Lili, who enthusiastically greets him by telling him she's squashed their daughter's potential problem with the police.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Wallace approaches the number with an incredible amount of empathy for another human being, knowing none of us are immune from the cruel realities of circumstance.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 1 June 2026
If a bear approaches in a defensive manner (appears agitated and/or charges), stop.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
Omni approaches from a slightly different angle, because it is woven into Gemini, Flow and YouTube, rather than presented as an enterprise content supply chain product.
—Moin Roberts-Islam, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The actor then approaches the crowd to sign various items held out in front of him.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Noun
Traditional approaches were sequential - owner selects the architect and design firm, the design is completed, bids are invited from contractors, after which construction begins.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Now analysts are adjusting their forecasts based on the memory-heavy requirements of the agentic phase of artificial intelligence, and the approaches being taken by hardware makers dealing with component supply bottlenecks.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 1 June 2026
The games at Gillette aren’t the only important date fans should know as the World Cup approaches.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
The findings could reshape treatment approaches if regulators approve the drug.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Some of these approaches require meticulous scholarship and technical proficiency; others, an attunement to the invisible realms of feeling and folklore.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
So mathematicians expected that any proof of the conjecture would involve major new ideas or approaches.
—ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026
Countries including Britain, France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are also studying or developing similar approaches.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
Verb
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
Fans get to know actors, musicians and directors beyond surface level because Poehler approaches each conversation from a more personal perspective, instead of strictly professional.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
The winds will shift late in the week, becoming increasingly southerly as a storm system approaches.
—Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Duncan approaches Lili, who enthusiastically greets him by telling him she's squashed their daughter's potential problem with the police.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Wallace approaches the number with an incredible amount of empathy for another human being, knowing none of us are immune from the cruel realities of circumstance.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 1 June 2026
If a bear approaches in a defensive manner (appears agitated and/or charges), stop.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
Omni approaches from a slightly different angle, because it is woven into Gemini, Flow and YouTube, rather than presented as an enterprise content supply chain product.
—Moin Roberts-Islam, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The actor then approaches the crowd to sign various items held out in front of him.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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The two climbed to the top of the victory stand at the 106th CIF State Track & Field Championships at Veteran’s Memorial Stadium on Saturday, taking decidedly different paths.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Turang has been crafty on the base paths, recording nine steals on 11 attempts.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Radar testing provides measurable data A major part of the validation was Radar Cross Section (RCS) testing, which Boeing described as one of the primary methods for assessing an aircraft’s stealth characteristics.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Those who bought the checks would then attempt to fraudulently cash them, according to federal prosecutors, using various methods.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Breakfast comes with more river views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The study comes as the sun remains near the peak of Solar Cycle 25, a period of heightened solar activity that has already produced spectacular aurora displays across the globe.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Scorsese’s endorsement of Black Forest Labs comes as Hollywood enters a new wave of AI adoption.—
Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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An exasperated Tomás enters the thicket himself to retrieve, among other items, Liam’s boot, and doesn’t emerge until the next day—not screaming, but fundamentally changed.—
Nora Biette-Timmons,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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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
Noun
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Nepali climbers are now the ones overseeing the securing of the routes up the mountain, and the fixing of the rope lines that help clients navigate the most difficult sections.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The Fortress can be taken off the road, too, via an addition Extreme offroad Suspension system that can handle any unexpected routes, while the four-wheel drive can tackle mud, snow, rocks, in addition to being a statement-making daily driver.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Noun
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According to the American College of Cardiology, first-line strategies for managing high blood pressure include quitting smoking, eating a heart-healthy diet, and increasing physical activity.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2026
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Livermore’s evolution into a happening place began more than 20 years ago, when city planners and the community began to focus on investing in downtown, supporting local businesses and trying some interesting urban-design strategies to improve the look and feel of the city.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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With the City Council’s approval, city staff now has 45 days to conduct due diligence on the land before the sale closes.—
Matan Josephy,
Idaho Statesman,
4 June 2026
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Choreographer Madeline Hollander closes her red notebook and instructs the dancers to start from the beginning.—
Steven Vargas,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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“Approaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approaches. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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