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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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Relevance
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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
Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
What gives these companies confidence that non-invasive approaches to telepathy will prove viable, when this has never before been possible?
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Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
New approaches to bone research These insights into how bone functions as a living tissue are beginning to reshape how researchers approach bone health.
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Priya Bhardwaj,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
As kickoff approaches, supporters from both nations are making their presence felt across Philadelphia.
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Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are among others studying or developing similar approaches.
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ABC News,
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.
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Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
The most effective approaches combine multiple strategies and stay consistent.
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Jay Sparks,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
This approaches the 30% S-curve inflection point that signals inevitable technology adoption.
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Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Read more Ring Management Suriname Espee As Suriname approaches the start of oil production in 2028, the government is focused on ensuring that new revenues strengthen the broader economy.
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Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
Sugar approaches him with an air of borderline ignorant confidence and requests a conversation with his boss.
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Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
China is set to expand its space station from three to six modules in the coming years and add a co-orbiting Hubble-class space observatory, even as the International Space Station approaches the end of its lifetime.
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Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
26 June 2026
At the same moment Joel’s SUV enters the intersection on red, an eastbound Cadillac Escalade approaches on green and the two vehicles collide.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
Distant Lands approaches such feelings sidelong, as if acting casual will soften grief’s blow.
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Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
23 June 2026
The mission simulates a scenario in which a maneuverable satellite rapidly approaches and inspects another spacecraft that is not cooperating.
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Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
Noun
Relatedly, as the film's release on June 26 rapidly approaches, there's new box office tracking data out.
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.
—
Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
What gives these companies confidence that non-invasive approaches to telepathy will prove viable, when this has never before been possible?
—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
New approaches to bone research These insights into how bone functions as a living tissue are beginning to reshape how researchers approach bone health.
—
Priya Bhardwaj,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
As kickoff approaches, supporters from both nations are making their presence felt across Philadelphia.
—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are among others studying or developing similar approaches.
—
ABC News,
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
Verb
But 61 years later, and as the country approaches its 250th anniversary this weekend, those sacrifices are in question.
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Gary Fields,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
This approaches the 30% S-curve inflection point that signals inevitable technology adoption.
—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Read more Ring Management Suriname Espee As Suriname approaches the start of oil production in 2028, the government is focused on ensuring that new revenues strengthen the broader economy.
—
Panorama Media Ltd,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
Sugar approaches him with an air of borderline ignorant confidence and requests a conversation with his boss.
—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
27 June 2026
China is set to expand its space station from three to six modules in the coming years and add a co-orbiting Hubble-class space observatory, even as the International Space Station approaches the end of its lifetime.
—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
26 June 2026
At the same moment Joel’s SUV enters the intersection on red, an eastbound Cadillac Escalade approaches on green and the two vehicles collide.
—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
Distant Lands approaches such feelings sidelong, as if acting casual will soften grief’s blow.
—
Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
23 June 2026
The mission simulates a scenario in which a maneuverable satellite rapidly approaches and inspects another spacecraft that is not cooperating.
—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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This isn't burnout, but profound uncertainty stemming from AI disruption, economic instability, and evolving career paths.
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The paths through the bush are infested with these ticks, as are many back yards.
Noun
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Harford County authorities and the FBI worked with Othram after DNA evidence did not immediately identify the unknown male suspect through traditional methods.
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When using chemical methods to kill the shrub, be sure to protect desirable plants from overspray.
Verb
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Harry's decision comes amid ongoing discussions with the royal family to acquire an appropriate level of security for his family, including Meghan Markle and their two children, Princess Lilibet, 5, and Prince Archie, 7.
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Gentle self-expression comes easily as the emotional Moon in your sign harmonizes with the vibrant Sun in your 5th House of Creativity and Play.
Verb
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As the match enters a hydration break, Austria — which has already gone for broke with four substitutions this half — will have to try something different to rally.
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Sudo enters as the dominant force in the women’s division, seeking her 12th victory.
Verb
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Lennox perfectly approximates Franklin’s confidence and repose on the cover of her latest album, Vacancy.
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Forbes approximates that Jenner is worth $670 million.
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The borough added that collection days are not changing, only the start time of the pickup routes.
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The model has structure in abundance and routes almost none of it toward meaning or mobility.
Noun
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The federal government and states have begun investigating pricing strategies that companies report have led to higher profits.
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When planning for retirement, asset allocation, withdrawal strategies, and tax-efficient investing is typically top of mind.
Verb
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Either way, Reyes didn't spend long with San Diego's organization, and the release closes another chapter in a long and persistent career.
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The shops on Main Street USA stay open 30 to 60 minutes after the park closes.
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“Approaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approaches. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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