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
Under Florida’s Live Local Act — a measure designed to tackle the state’s affordability crisis — approvals are handled by city staff, effectively protecting projects from the scrutiny and dramatics of a public meeting.
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Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The lower-than-expected spending lines up with the challenges that the Alzheimer’s drugs have faced since their approvals.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 11 May 2026
And some of the recent flack the FDA has received has come from companies and commentators who thought that the agency was holding back approvals or asking for too much evidence.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 10 May 2026
Porter focused on cutting bureaucracy, calling for a single statewide development permit to streamline approvals and reduce delays.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Those previous zoning approvals expired in 2020 while the legal challenges ground slowly through the appellate court system.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
SpaceX has secured environmental approvals from the federal government for Starship launches, although some local residents as well as environmental advocates have opposed the launches.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
Albemarle has applied for 20 state and federal permits, and received 16 approvals.
—Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
If the project is deemed feasible, the next step will be to secure the various permits and approvals.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The lower-than-expected spending lines up with the challenges that the Alzheimer’s drugs have faced since their approvals.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 11 May 2026
And some of the recent flack the FDA has received has come from companies and commentators who thought that the agency was holding back approvals or asking for too much evidence.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 10 May 2026
Porter focused on cutting bureaucracy, calling for a single statewide development permit to streamline approvals and reduce delays.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Those previous zoning approvals expired in 2020 while the legal challenges ground slowly through the appellate court system.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
SpaceX has secured environmental approvals from the federal government for Starship launches, although some local residents as well as environmental advocates have opposed the launches.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
Albemarle has applied for 20 state and federal permits, and received 16 approvals.
—Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
If the project is deemed feasible, the next step will be to secure the various permits and approvals.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approvals
Noun
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The 41-year-old hadn’t fought in MMA since 2022, and his return performance suggests the layoff did him no favors.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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That double standard does women’s sports no favors.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The clear spirit is believed to act as a messenger, inviting ancestral souls for their blessings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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On Friday, May 1, a man — identified as Vishnu, a native of Kollam — died shortly after transporting an elephant to the nearby Kidangoor Mahavishnu Temple for blessings as part of a festival, local news outlets Onmanorama, The Free Press Journal and News Karnataka reported.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
Noun
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The two races differ — Thompson, for instance, has received endorsements from young-voter groups, such as the Sacramento County Young Democrats, and at 75, is younger than Matsui, 81.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Lochte, 41, was one of the faces of swimming during the heights of his career, with major sponsorships, endorsements and appearances on TV shows displaying his lively personality.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2026
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To ensure the fairness and credibility of our readers’ poll, any votes originating from the same IP address that exceed 20 submissions will be excluded from the final tally.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 May 2026
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It’s all meant to help Bass by directing left-votes away from her biggest challenge and right-wing votes to her easiest.—
Sal Rodriguez,
Oc Register,
15 May 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 20 May. 2026.
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