as in approves
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
Congress must approbate the President's nominees to the U.S. Supreme Court
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If the House approves the committee’s recommendation, and the Department of Justice decides to pursue charges, Joseph could face a fine of up to $100,000 and prison time for up to a year.
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The slides are well polished, the recommendations are clear, and the CEO approves everything within hours.
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The school board is scheduled to vote on the agreement during its meeting on Tuesday, but the union urged an earlier vote, saying teachers could return Monday if the board ratifies the deal by then.
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Others feel that the treaty effectively ratifies something that already exists.
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Kuo also confirms that the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max (plus, presumably, the foldable iPhone) will have enough RAM for these top-flight extras.
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The pop superstar and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, both 36, tied the knot on Friday, July 3rd, in a glam ceremony held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Swift's rep confirms to PEOPLE.
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“Approbates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approbates. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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