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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
Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Neither of those approaches speaks to a massively competitive tour.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Florida’s plan is intensifying political battles over state-level public health approaches.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Midnight blue, a heavier shade, has been favored in recent years as the summer fades and fall approaches.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
Here are 3 things to know Reducing these problem fat areas has given rise to all sorts of bogus approaches, including special creams, dietary concoctions, pills, electronic stimulators, etc.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
As Week 1 of the 2025 season approaches, Indianapolis has named Daniel Jones its QB1.
—Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
As China’s Golden Week approaches at the start of October, demand for ocean cargo on the trans-Pacific trade lane is not projected to see a significant increase, according to a Thursday update from Flexport.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Cash constitutes only 3% of assets, while debt approaches $2B, roughly 75% of equity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
But the standout performance here is Charli xcx as Bethany, channeling her party girl persona into a character who approaches her wanderings as an introspective vision quest, searching for a deeper truth within herself.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
As the hype train that is Bill Belichick and the Tar Heels approaches JW Clay Station for the first time on Saturday night, the Charlotte 49ers have more to play for than just their first victory under Tim Albin.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Congregation has delivered for generations After serving generations of worshippers, Life Changers approaches its 50th anniversary in October.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 4 Sep. 2025
These talents bring their signature styles to their projects; whether their aesthetic is traditional and glamorous or relaxed and modern, each firm approaches their projects with a collaborative spirit, working closely with clients to create spaces that reflect their lifestyles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
The Red Sox announced that he was scheduled to undergo an MRI on Wednesday, but the team will likely play it safe with their young superstar, as the postseason quickly approaches.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
The in-house caliber 113, a hand-wound movement with a 10-day power reserve, also drives a patented nonlinear power reserve indicator that appears to slow down as the time to wind approaches.
—Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Neither of those approaches speaks to a massively competitive tour.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Florida’s plan is intensifying political battles over state-level public health approaches.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Midnight blue, a heavier shade, has been favored in recent years as the summer fades and fall approaches.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
Here are 3 things to know Reducing these problem fat areas has given rise to all sorts of bogus approaches, including special creams, dietary concoctions, pills, electronic stimulators, etc.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
As Week 1 of the 2025 season approaches, Indianapolis has named Daniel Jones its QB1.
—Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
As Kiko approaches the islands, rain and wind remain a possibility.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
As China’s Golden Week approaches at the start of October, demand for ocean cargo on the trans-Pacific trade lane is not projected to see a significant increase, according to a Thursday update from Flexport.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025
Cash constitutes only 3% of assets, while debt approaches $2B, roughly 75% of equity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
But the standout performance here is Charli xcx as Bethany, channeling her party girl persona into a character who approaches her wanderings as an introspective vision quest, searching for a deeper truth within herself.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
As the hype train that is Bill Belichick and the Tar Heels approaches JW Clay Station for the first time on Saturday night, the Charlotte 49ers have more to play for than just their first victory under Tim Albin.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Congregation has delivered for generations After serving generations of worshippers, Life Changers approaches its 50th anniversary in October.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 4 Sep. 2025
These talents bring their signature styles to their projects; whether their aesthetic is traditional and glamorous or relaxed and modern, each firm approaches their projects with a collaborative spirit, working closely with clients to create spaces that reflect their lifestyles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
The Red Sox announced that he was scheduled to undergo an MRI on Wednesday, but the team will likely play it safe with their young superstar, as the postseason quickly approaches.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approaches
Noun
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Employees can also reach out to mentors to learn more about specific roles and career paths.—
Roula Amire,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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The role re-designer This confidence cultivator helps employees navigate new career paths without steering away from their sense of purpose.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Among other roles, there are plenty of incredible data engineers, data scientists and data analysts who use advanced research methods to provide genuine insight into their club’s chances of success.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The film follows a recovering addict in an isolated Serbian monastery whose Orthodox patriarch employs unorthodox methods that are often more extreme than effective at getting results.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Of course, with a luxury experience also comes a luxurious price tag and the cost of tickets won’t be the kind of budget fares people most associate with bus travel.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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The singer’s recent hometown show comes weeks after her now ex-boyfriend, The Kid LAROI, seemingly confirmed their split.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Now, as Flames GM Craig Conroy enters his third year as general manager and the team prepares to move into its new arena in two years’ time, Wolf is looked up as Calgary’s long-term starter.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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However, every few years, a movie enters the cultural lexicon that comes across as lived-in and accessible.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
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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Buses are a major mode of transport in Mexico, where, though freight trains are common, passenger rail routes remain limited.—
Lizbeth Diaz,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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There were routes in which Brown broke inside, and a defender was awaiting.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fall in Michigan means less and less daylight as the season goes on and for many that signals the start of seasonal mental health struggles, though coping strategies can help, experts say.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Companies responded by jettisoning a few mean executives, changing their internal communications strategies, and retraining bosses to be nicer.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The new rule closes that gap by mandating validated self-assessments and third-party assessments before award decisions.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The payment of the 183 million euros closes all investigations into evasion of taxes on an estate estimated by the Italian authorities to be worth around 800 million euros.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Approaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approaches. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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