approached

Example Sentences

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“He approached it much more like, ‘Hey, Matt, we’ve been in the battle together, we’ve walked arm in arm, you know my beliefs.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

Everyone they approached, they said - from law enforcement to legislators – considered it "a no-brainer," according to Krug's cousin.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The high-end movie-screen company is exploring a sale External link and has approached entertainment companies as potential buyers, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the situation.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

TRM approached Binance executives this January and asked if they would jointly investigate the funds and share findings with the U.S. to support sanctions, the sources said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Jonah held Katherine back as they approached the car, as soon as they were out of Mr. Reardon’s view.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix