as in ratifies
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
as soon as the pond project was approved, the bulldozers were at the site
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Recent Examples of approves
Renewing multi-year funding CB11-2026 approves a multi-year grant agreement with the county's Housing Commission to support office space for the NonProfit Collaborative.
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Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
And yet since the strikes on Iran started, only one in four Americans approves of them, while about half — including one in four Republicans — believe Trump is too willing to use military force, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Officials said Lincoln students would be guaranteed enrollment in Roseville if the board approves the change.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Mar. 2026
The Texas State Board of Education is a 15-member board that oversees what students learn in schools, determines textbook use, approves new charter schools and establishes graduation requirements.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
The long-term plan is to move into Ryan Field in 2027 if the city approves the request.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
If a judge approves the motion filed on Friday, the case will go back to court.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 28 Feb. 2026
Once a songwriter approves the submission, the platform can automatically handle file delivery, invoicing, and payment tracking, all with human verification by Stone Rolla’s publishing team.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The General Orders Board currently approves all of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department's policies on how its officers conduct themselves, including when force is allowed.
—Hayleigh Colombo, IndyStar, 26 Feb. 2026
Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
And yet since the strikes on Iran started, only one in four Americans approves of them, while about half — including one in four Republicans — believe Trump is too willing to use military force, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Officials said Lincoln students would be guaranteed enrollment in Roseville if the board approves the change.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Mar. 2026
The Texas State Board of Education is a 15-member board that oversees what students learn in schools, determines textbook use, approves new charter schools and establishes graduation requirements.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
The long-term plan is to move into Ryan Field in 2027 if the city approves the request.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
If a judge approves the motion filed on Friday, the case will go back to court.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 28 Feb. 2026
Once a songwriter approves the submission, the platform can automatically handle file delivery, invoicing, and payment tracking, all with human verification by Stone Rolla’s publishing team.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The General Orders Board currently approves all of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department's policies on how its officers conduct themselves, including when force is allowed.
—Hayleigh Colombo, IndyStar, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for approves
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Deal to cut tariffs and ease regulatory barriers A formal signing of the deal could come later this year after officials go through the legal details of the text and the EU Parliament ratifies it.—
Rajesh Roy,
Fortune,
27 Jan. 2026
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That most of the general population will raise no objections further ratifies that dismal conclusion.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The concern is warranted, as AAA Florida spokesman Mark Jenkins confirms more price increases are likely.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The City of Norwalk confirms Marv’s Mainstreet Dive as one of five restaurant projects planned for the district, placing it among the next wave of openings attracting both locals and visiting families attending the new SportsPlex and Fieldhouse.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The publication finalizes the legal annulment of concessions for the Balboa and Cristobal terminals near the Panama Canal, which Panama Ports Company, a subsidiary of CK Hutchison, had operated for nearly three decades.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
24 Feb. 2026
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In addition, this rule finalizes some of the amendments that were proposed on January 16, 2025, to fix incorrect regulatory text citations as well as clarify and add provisions in the regulatory text to match the language included in the preamble.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Lisa buys out the bar and endorses some questionable NBA etiquette.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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The governor rarely endorses legislation ahead of passage, but his support will likely heavily factor in the likelihood of the bill’s passage.—
Lia Russell
February 20,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Every team accepts at least some and some teams accept a lot.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
4 Mar. 2026
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Hays County Crime Stoppers accepts anonymous tips at 800-324-TIPS (8477).—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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On national security grounds, the regulation authorizes the censor to prohibit reporting or broadcasting any material that could reveal sensitive information or pose a threat to the country’s security interests.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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The process fell under California Education Code Section 76001 and San Bernardino Community College District Board Policy 5011, which authorizes qualified K-12 students to enroll in college coursework.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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