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
Samantha Brown also approves of this method.
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Zach Wichter, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Who within the district — executive director, deputy chief of operations or another administrator — approves a purchase depends on the amount.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
If the Planning Commission approves the resolution, the item would go up for final approval by the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and KCK’s governing board during a later public meeting.
—Sofi Zeman
february 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2026
If the bill passes, and the FAA approves the name change, hundreds of aviation navigational charts, air traffic control documentation and airline avionics computer codes that allow pilots to safely operate aircraft might have to be changed to reflect the new name.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
The Longhorns could play on grass in 2027, Del Conte said, if coach Steve Sarkisian approves the change.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Here, find 12 standout pieces Walsh approves of for your own packing list, from cashmere sweaters to a bomber jacket and wide-leg jeans, with prices starting at just $20.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
If the bill passes and the FAA approves the name change, hundreds of aviation navigational charts, air traffic control documentation and airline avionics computer codes that allow pilots to safely operate aircraft might have to be changed to reflect the new airport name.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
The shutdown could be short-lived and have few tangible effects if the House swiftly approves a funding deal that was passed by the Senate on Friday.
—CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
Zach Wichter, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Who within the district — executive director, deputy chief of operations or another administrator — approves a purchase depends on the amount.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
If the Planning Commission approves the resolution, the item would go up for final approval by the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and KCK’s governing board during a later public meeting.
—Sofi Zeman
february 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2026
If the bill passes, and the FAA approves the name change, hundreds of aviation navigational charts, air traffic control documentation and airline avionics computer codes that allow pilots to safely operate aircraft might have to be changed to reflect the new name.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
The Longhorns could play on grass in 2027, Del Conte said, if coach Steve Sarkisian approves the change.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Here, find 12 standout pieces Walsh approves of for your own packing list, from cashmere sweaters to a bomber jacket and wide-leg jeans, with prices starting at just $20.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026
If the bill passes and the FAA approves the name change, hundreds of aviation navigational charts, air traffic control documentation and airline avionics computer codes that allow pilots to safely operate aircraft might have to be changed to reflect the new airport name.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
The shutdown could be short-lived and have few tangible effects if the House swiftly approves a funding deal that was passed by the Senate on Friday.
—CBS News, 31 Jan. 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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Replying confirms your number is active, while clicking anything can lead to fake login pages, follow-up scams or malware.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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And the contamination, new research confirms, lingers.—
Rachel Becker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Education Department said involuntary collections on federal student loans will remain on hold as the agency finalizes new repayment plans.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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But even as the Super Bowl-winning coach finalizes a deal with the New York Giants, eight vacancies remain.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The group rarely endorses candidates during primaries.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Girl Cory endorses Boy Korey’s theatrics.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Published by Tor Nightfire in February 2023, the book centers on Eric Ross, a single father struggling to provide for his two daughters, who accepts a job documenting paranormal activity within a notorious Texas residence.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2026
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Sicurella recommends finding a local recycling center that specifically accepts fabric and textiles.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
10 Feb. 2026
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Authored by Assemblymember Lori Wilson, the bill simply authorizes continued research.—
Sal Rodriguez,
Oc Register,
8 Feb. 2026
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Now, the Constitution does also include language that authorizes Congress to regulate certain areas and what states are doing in that space, so Congress does have some power here.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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