approbations

noun

plural of approbation
as in approvals
an acceptance of something as satisfactory that plan has the approbation of the school board

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  1. approvals
  2. favors
  3. blessings
Noun
  • Each agency has its own system, so this proposal would develop a centralized system to submit applications and to receive permits and approvals.
    — Digital Producer, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Major railroad agreements and regulatory approvals are still outstanding.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of approvals
Noun
  • The Cowboys’ offense did the defense no favors, giving Indianapolis a short field in the first half that the Colts converted on, and scoring just three points for most of the second half.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The Moon’s meeting with retrograde Mercury favors reviewing what your words communicate.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of favors
Noun
  • While the fire was horrible, Hong said some blessings have emerged from the tragedy.
    — Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Better Over Time should give him an opportunity to expunge his anguish and, if not necessarily heal, then find clarity on why his preternatural talent has brought a mixture of blessings and frustration.
    — Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of blessings
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“Approbations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approbations. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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