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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
Richard Ramos, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Energy prices have notched higher as Tuesday’s deadline approaches.
—Hugh Leask, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
The system also offers the potential for major cost reductions compared to other photoreforming approaches, as the reusable acid boosts hydrogen production rates.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2026
As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, refunds are going out now.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Arizona’s quarterback room is in transition as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 30 Mar. 2026
The mentality, the approaches, have all been awesome.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
The cast approaches the picture with a delightfully devil-may-care sincerity, playing off of one another with a simple ease.
—Gina Friedlande, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
As Orion approaches the Moon, the astronauts are observing and documenting lunar terrain, including regions on the far side that have never been directly seen by human eyes.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Thundercat approaches this malaise with his signature sense of humor.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2026
And Darren Rebelez, CEO of the convenience store chain Casey’s General Stores, told investors last month that a significant pullback in customer spending is unlikely unless gas approaches $5 per gallon.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Annual revenue approaches half a trillion Apple, one of the world's most valuable companies, also ranks among the biggest by revenue.
—Aditya Soni, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
That entrepreneurial mindset continues to shape how Jones approaches Arizona real estate, especially in a market as active and widely discussed as Maricopa County's.
—Connie Etemadi, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
His father is a subject Nagarjuna approaches with both pride and philosophical caution.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
As the 2026 election approaches, that balance is likely to remain a defining issue for voters across the state.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Energy prices have notched higher as Tuesday’s deadline approaches.
—Hugh Leask, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
The system also offers the potential for major cost reductions compared to other photoreforming approaches, as the reusable acid boosts hydrogen production rates.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2026
As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, refunds are going out now.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Arizona’s quarterback room is in transition as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 30 Mar. 2026
The mentality, the approaches, have all been awesome.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Michigan continues to play a large role in shaping the nation's future, especially in presidential elections.
—Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
The cast approaches the picture with a delightfully devil-may-care sincerity, playing off of one another with a simple ease.
—Gina Friedlande, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
As Orion approaches the Moon, the astronauts are observing and documenting lunar terrain, including regions on the far side that have never been directly seen by human eyes.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Thundercat approaches this malaise with his signature sense of humor.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2026
And Darren Rebelez, CEO of the convenience store chain Casey’s General Stores, told investors last month that a significant pullback in customer spending is unlikely unless gas approaches $5 per gallon.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Annual revenue approaches half a trillion Apple, one of the world's most valuable companies, also ranks among the biggest by revenue.
—Aditya Soni, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
That entrepreneurial mindset continues to shape how Jones approaches Arizona real estate, especially in a market as active and widely discussed as Maricopa County's.
—Connie Etemadi, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
His father is a subject Nagarjuna approaches with both pride and philosophical caution.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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So, while the dutiful reader is still turning over basic questions about the nature of witchcraft, the girls are already hurtling up the stairs and out of the basement, and Lucie is crossing paths with Isabelle, a hostile neighbor.—
Kristen Roupenian,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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White had crossed paths with Edelman once before, when the Patriots Hall of Famer addressed the team during a visit to the Celtics’ facility.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Redshirt junior tight end Matt Wagner has fallen victim to one of Danielson’s new methods.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Apr. 2026
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When the priest takes his stringent methods too far, the existence of the commune is called into question.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Each board comes with spread containers, bowls and a cheese knife.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The funding debate comes just months after Lexington neighbors voted to approve $660 million for a new high school.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the temperamental Moon enters your sign, you’re bolstered to stand up and state your needs without apology.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Now, the space enters a new era as PostScript, led by Plaza Shamrock residents and hospitality veterans Dean Orr and Amber Donoghue.—
Evan Moore
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Some bakers find that adding lemon juice or vinegar to milk approximates buttermilk’s acidity adequately for their uses.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Nordic Knots approximates the color scheme in their percale duvet cover but much more subtly.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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South Korea routes around 70% of its crude oil imports through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies think tank.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Ongoing military activity in the Middle East and disagreements over Iran’s control of key shipping routes have left the diplomatic effort vulnerable to collapse before the talks even begin.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Looking back on his 27 years with the bank, Gentry said the timing, loopholes, tax strategies and negotiations that gave the business its acquisitive edge were not because of dumb luck.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds - from financial professionals to everyday individuals - come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As shares continue to vest ahead of close, the value of the gross up will decline, and WBD said that if the deal closes early next year the gross up would be zero.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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If one window closes, run to the next window—or break down a door.—
Mary Alice Russell,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Approaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approaches. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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