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 text of the treaty was initialed by foreign ministers, which indicates preliminary approval.
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Michelle L. Price, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Clear lanes, not constant approvals.
—Amy Eliza Wong, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged that Gabbard had brokered the call on Monday in an appearance on Fox News, noting it with approval.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 Feb. 2026
Shapiro, a Democrat, told KDKA in Pittsburgh that his administration was working to speed up the budget approval process for the upcoming year.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
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Michelle L. Price, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Clear lanes, not constant approvals.
—Amy Eliza Wong, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged that Gabbard had brokered the call on Monday in an appearance on Fox News, noting it with approval.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 Feb. 2026
Shapiro, a Democrat, told KDKA in Pittsburgh that his administration was working to speed up the budget approval process for the upcoming year.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for approval
Noun
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Google, in particular, has some unique features working in its favor, Sosnick added.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Still, the way the schedule lined up around the Oklahoma game didn’t do UT any favors.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This gift is a blessing in our lives and means the world to us.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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In what ways was AI a blessing or a curse in 2025?—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 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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Thus, weighing the burdens and benefits of treatment is best undertaken by parents, with their child’s assent and guided by clinician expertise.—
Amy Caruso Brown,
STAT,
30 Jan. 2026
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But in 2024, a state commission backed the road, with the assent of Osceola and over the objections of Orange and many members of the local environmental community.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Senate already voted to stop tariffs on Canada and Brazil, and tariff critics are rooting for the House to quit blocking those proposals from getting a vote.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Per California law, the top two vote-getters advance to the general election, regardless of party.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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According to the news release, there is a design gradient on the livery that’s a repeat of a Cadillac chevron, giving a nod to General Motors’ co-ownership and Cadillac’s symbol.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The Gone Girl actor ditched his signature scruff and dark hair in favor of forehead-skimming golden-blonde highlights that covered the top of his head and contrasted the darker brown undercut—a clear nod to Damon’s character Will Hunting.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
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The item will come back for a final vote on March 3, and will require support from at least four of the five members to be placed on the June 2 ballot.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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Polling shows support for photo ID requirements in elections is widespread in both political parties.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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Cornyn was quick to respond, reposting remarks from Jonah Wendt, communication director for former Vice President Mike Pence’s Advancing American Freedom, implicitly accusing TPUSA of straying from its founder’s vision with the endorsement.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Our running live blog has a good summary of the affair, including celebrity endorsements and reflections on the performance.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approval. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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