as in approvals
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
that plan has the approbation of the school board
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Noun
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Many managers still associate operational control with approvals, manual checkpoints and direct oversight of day-to-day decisions.—
Manish Goyal,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026 -
During pre-production, Nunley sought approvals from companies whose signage would appear on screen, and the paperwork includes his correspondence with Jack Heuer.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Nobody wants to do mosquitoes any favors.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
28 May 2026
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Mark had hired a photographer and revolved the engagement around a special place close to both his and Jess' hearts, so postponing the proposal wouldn't do anyone any favors.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
27 May 2026
Noun
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If the answer is no, then zip it — and count your blessings.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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The always-devout Oden sometimes turned the traditional giving of blessings into a competition of sorts.—
Julio Ojeda-Zapata,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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“Approbations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approbations. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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