- present participle of approach.
approaching
Example Sentences
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Approaching the end of the regular season, the Lakers looked at Thursday’s game against the defending NBA champions as a test, forward Jake LaRavia said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Approaching the man, Williams told the court, he shouted to him to put out his light as he was worried it would upset his horses.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
Approaching the conversation in this way might allow the smartest person to conclude on his or her own that the plan could be improved.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
Approaching the story with a mix of dewy nostalgia and incisive clarity, the film earned Reiner the first of three nominations from the Directors Guild of America.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
Approaching the house, holding the boy firmly by the hand, Jonathan crossed over to the porch, to the door.
From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi
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