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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, 10 Nov. 2025
Reflecting different creative approaches and scopes of production.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The reports come amid economic uncertainty for many families as the government shutdown continues and a looming deadline approaches to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides food stamps to more than 40 million Americans.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
But the pair nevertheless share similar approaches.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
As the holiday approaches, here's a primer on key elements of Día de los Muertos.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Taylor added that no decision could be made on whether the 40-year-old would suit up against Chicago, likely meaning that Flacco may be a game-time decision as the opening kickoff approaches.
—Cameron Belcher, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Through research, the couple found a cerebral palsy inclusion report that ranked each state's approaches to promoting independence and productivity, ensuring quality and safety, and keeping families together.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2025
Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
The impacts of the next governor on state workers will be felt in how the new administration approaches negotiations with the 21 bargaining units, many of which will hammer out new contracts in 2027, when California’s next leader takes over.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Advertisement As America approaches its 250th anniversary, bringing these stories to light in a place steeped in Confederate memory carries profound weight.
—Jeffrey Bennett, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
Another person approaches Thomas, trying to get him away from Erik and yelling, the affidavit states.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Stay informed, have a plan, and act promptly when danger approaches.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 5 Jan. 2026
As another atmospheric river approaches Northern California, local agencies have begun conducting releases from spillways to make room for more water.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
Macron's view is sure to weigh heavily in how the European Union approaches any new leadership in Venezuela.
—Keir Simmons, NBC news, 3 Jan. 2026
The pastor approaches the line without fully disenchanting; a magician drawing attention to the trick without disowning its power.
—Sam Kestenbaum, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
Noun
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2025
Reflecting different creative approaches and scopes of production.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The reports come amid economic uncertainty for many families as the government shutdown continues and a looming deadline approaches to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides food stamps to more than 40 million Americans.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
But the pair nevertheless share similar approaches.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
As the holiday approaches, here's a primer on key elements of Día de los Muertos.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Taylor added that no decision could be made on whether the 40-year-old would suit up against Chicago, likely meaning that Flacco may be a game-time decision as the opening kickoff approaches.
—Cameron Belcher, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Through research, the couple found a cerebral palsy inclusion report that ranked each state's approaches to promoting independence and productivity, ensuring quality and safety, and keeping families together.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
On a remote island in the Chesapeake Bay, a deeply rooted Christian fishing community confronts the erosion of land and tradition, as their centuries-old way of life, anchored in faith, approaches a turning point.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
The impacts of the next governor on state workers will be felt in how the new administration approaches negotiations with the 21 bargaining units, many of which will hammer out new contracts in 2027, when California’s next leader takes over.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Advertisement As America approaches its 250th anniversary, bringing these stories to light in a place steeped in Confederate memory carries profound weight.
—Jeffrey Bennett, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
Another person approaches Thomas, trying to get him away from Erik and yelling, the affidavit states.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Stay informed, have a plan, and act promptly when danger approaches.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 5 Jan. 2026
As another atmospheric river approaches Northern California, local agencies have begun conducting releases from spillways to make room for more water.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
Macron's view is sure to weigh heavily in how the European Union approaches any new leadership in Venezuela.
—Keir Simmons, NBC news, 3 Jan. 2026
The pastor approaches the line without fully disenchanting; a magician drawing attention to the trick without disowning its power.
—Sam Kestenbaum, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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This signature Aayush hydrothermal experience blends contrast pools, saunas, reflexology paths, and salt rooms into a restorative circuit.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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Manhattan’s urban grid disappears among the winding paths and dense foliage of Central Park.—
Katie James Watkinson,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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All the different construction methods.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Over decades, advocates employed such methods as petitions, public demonstrations, organized marches and legal challenges until the movement finally achieved victory with the ratification of the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920, when women were finally granted the legal right to vote.—
Leslie Hoyle Guerra,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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There are other Washburn regulars here too, like the excellent actors Bruce McKenzie and Jeff Biehl, but despite all their long acquaintance, something about the project never quite comes into focus.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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To safely transport your new baby home from the hospital, consider the Peg Perego City Loop Infant Car Seat & Stroller Combo, which comes with a stroller and is 20% off.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Newsom enters his last year in office facing an $18 billion deficit, which the Legislative Analyst’s Office projected could swell to $35 billion next year.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Johnson also enters the job with head coaching experience.—
Jack Leo,
AJC.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The following map approximates locations based on Newsweek's review of publicly available sources.—
Nick Mordowanec
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As centralized authority weakens, those actors could exploit the vacuum, expanding control over territory and smuggling routes.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Apprenticeships — a combination of work experience and classroom learning — are one of the few routes to a high-paying job without a college degree or the debt that often comes with higher education.—
Claire Rafford,
IndyStar,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Lightweight luggage, versatile clothing, and clever carry-on strategies that anticipate the little headaches most travelers overlook.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite over a century of investigation, there is still no cure, but advances in diagnostic tools, treatments and preventive strategies continue to offer hope for slowing the disease and improving quality of life for patients and caregivers.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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And for those with chronic conditions, every year that passes without a cure closes the aperture on what quality of life is eventually possible.—
Becky Quick,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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Black Apple closes Springdale taproom SPRINGDALE -- Black Apple Hard Cider has closed its taproom on East Emma Street, a company founder confirmed Tuesday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Approaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approaches. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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