as in favors
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 approvals
Asked about delays and a backlog of FEMA projects, Mullin said the agency is working to accelerate approvals before the fast approaching hurricane season on June 1.
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Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The university would need state approvals for the project.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
On Tuesday, the president signed an executive order mandating each state create a list of all eligible voters and restrict their approvals for absentee ballot requests to people confirmed on that list.
—Sarah Davis, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2026
Among the approvals, the district will use funds from its 2022 bond to replace Apple devices for students and staff as part of a replacement cycle for aging technology.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Miami Freedom Park had been on the hook to pay the money to the city prior to receiving a crucial permit to complete its stadium, which is still awaiting final approvals as the team prepares to host more than 20,000 fans in its first-ever game in Miami on Saturday.
—Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Remaining work includes completing ceiling refinishing; final plastering and painting; flooring and carpet installation; reinstalling lighting and radiant heating systems; reinstalling the organ, pipes and trumpets; and final inspections, cleaning and occupancy approvals.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The Mess Hall was originally due to open last year but permitting and other approvals took longer than expected in part because of the historic nature of the building, which was built in 1897 and moved from another location in the park, Leonard said.
—Tara Duggan, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
Industry observers said the Endangered Species Act exemption could have significant implications for energy companies by streamlining approvals of new projects and impeding opponents’ ability to derail drilling plans.
—Matthew Brown, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The university would need state approvals for the project.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
On Tuesday, the president signed an executive order mandating each state create a list of all eligible voters and restrict their approvals for absentee ballot requests to people confirmed on that list.
—Sarah Davis, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2026
Among the approvals, the district will use funds from its 2022 bond to replace Apple devices for students and staff as part of a replacement cycle for aging technology.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Miami Freedom Park had been on the hook to pay the money to the city prior to receiving a crucial permit to complete its stadium, which is still awaiting final approvals as the team prepares to host more than 20,000 fans in its first-ever game in Miami on Saturday.
—Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Remaining work includes completing ceiling refinishing; final plastering and painting; flooring and carpet installation; reinstalling lighting and radiant heating systems; reinstalling the organ, pipes and trumpets; and final inspections, cleaning and occupancy approvals.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The Mess Hall was originally due to open last year but permitting and other approvals took longer than expected in part because of the historic nature of the building, which was built in 1897 and moved from another location in the park, Leonard said.
—Tara Duggan, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
Industry observers said the Endangered Species Act exemption could have significant implications for energy companies by streamlining approvals of new projects and impeding opponents’ ability to derail drilling plans.
—Matthew Brown, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approvals
Noun
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Machado maintained his innocence to reporters postgame, but his history with the Red Sox did him no favors.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Mets scored three times in the second inning, with right-hander Landon Roupp’s defense doing him few favors.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Just how blessings work, the reviews are raving of blessings & miracles from this dish.—
Jenny Rosenstrach,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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Pickled foods often accompanied bread during blessings, emphasizing their role as both sustenance and spiritual connection.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Though the race is nominally nonpartisan, the candidates have received endorsements from political figures.—
Gaby Vinick,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Her endorsements are endless, and companies sell a truckload of her merchandise.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The legislation easily passed the House and Senate with majority votes.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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Democratic lawmakers have taken issue with the fact that Congress has not formally authorized the use of military force, and have forced several votes seeking to block further military action without congressional approval.—
Lucia I Suarez Sang,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Released in 2024, the uniforms have multiple nods to car culture, including a tire mark down the middle of the jersey and a nod to Woodward Ave on the sleeve.—
Christian Romo,
Freep.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Approvals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approvals. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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