as in favor
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
does this poster I made for the recital meet with your approval?
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Recent Examples of approval
The suit argues that the structure being built on the South Lawn requires congressional approval and an environmental review.
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Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
The Associated Press reported that the provisional deal struck by the EU's three main institutions is expected to go to EU lawmakers and governments, where approval is expected.
—Simon Constable, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Although local government officials gave the $12 billion project initial approval in rezoning the land for Red Wolf’s use, the project is currently tied up in a lawsuit filed by a KCK resident.
—Sofi Zeman
june 8, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026
Pro will launch to a waitlist as EDGE awaits regulatory approvals from the National Futures Association.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
The Associated Press reported that the provisional deal struck by the EU's three main institutions is expected to go to EU lawmakers and governments, where approval is expected.
—Simon Constable, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Although local government officials gave the $12 billion project initial approval in rezoning the land for Red Wolf’s use, the project is currently tied up in a lawsuit filed by a KCK resident.
—Sofi Zeman
june 8, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026
Pro will launch to a waitlist as EDGE awaits regulatory approvals from the National Futures Association.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for approval
Noun
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The Patriots had goals from Maya Feloney and Ava Bridgman, but the possession battle was firmly in NDA’s favor with the score being 5-2.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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Eschewing fences and pavement in favor of natural footpaths lined with brambles and shrubs, these slender pathways provide epic sea views while leaving the ancestral homes of other animals intact.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Ashore, kids might enjoy fruit tastings, watch dragon dance or Apsara performances, visit a silk-weaving village, meet local schoolchildren, or receive a monk's blessing.—
Ashlea Halpern,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The streaming age is both a blessing and a curse.—
Michael Schaub,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
Noun
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While the heartbeat of the play remains with Caroline and Maddie, Rhea certainly earns our sympathy if not our approbation.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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His attorneys portrayed his accusers as Hollywood wannabes and hangers-on who willingly hooked up with him to court opportunity, then recast the encounters as crimes years later to collect settlement funds and #MeToo approbation.—
Jennifer Peltz,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2025
Noun
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George’s job was to assent to the policies passed by Parliament.—
Laurie Kellman,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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George's job was to assent to the policies passed by Parliament.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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The question that loomed for days was whether fellow candidate and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt would advance to a runoff election, or if Raman would be able to edge him out for that spot as more votes were counted.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Monday’s 24,004 vote swing shows the measure has the momentum.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Rooms Each of the Douglas’s 16 rooms has its own distinct color palette, though all nod to the building’s historic roots in a refined, understated way.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Wedges—both classic and sculptural—nod to the aughts without feeling overly familiar, while thong silhouettes take on a more elaborate, colorful form.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
Noun
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In the immediate aftermath of the stabbing, Lang was responsible for organizing a protest in support of Metcalf.—
Shawna Mizelle,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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El Tri will have an edge competing at high altitude and with the support of home fans, but Mexico is winless in World Cup openers.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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The legal troubles that shadowed Paxton in public office in Texas are a central attack line of Talarico’s campaign, though in his endorsement, Cogdell didn’t cite concerns about his client’s past.—
Jesse Bedayn,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Evette has seen a noticeable boost in polling since the May 29 endorsement, which appears to have distinguished her from the rest of the herd.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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“Approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approval. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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