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approval

[uh-proo-vuhl] / əˈpru vəl /




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Perhaps Bass’ biggest housing accomplishment during her first term was Executive Directive 1, which she signed her first week in office, requiring the city to fast-track approval of 100% affordable housing projects with below-market rents.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

In August, Bristol Myers Squibb BMY 4.61%increase; up pointing triangle received approval for a next-generation multiple myeloma treatment, Zenbexus, that works as a form of molecular glue.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Aducanumab became the first drug of this type to receive accelerated approval from the FDA, although it is no longer sold.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026

It will all be subject to approval by the 77th Fifa congress in March 2027.

From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026

“Good,” said the chief seamstress, and the other five had nodded, a synchronized swimming team of flinty approval.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell

However, strategists from 22V Research said that even if Abbott wins, regulatory review and air-permitting delays could slow down new project approvals in the years ahead.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026

Boeing’s jet deliveries are rising, but high oil prices, defense-sector concerns, a 737 MAX glitch, and pending regulatory approvals are weighing on its stock.

From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026

Speaking at the event, Akash Ambani, chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm and Mukesh Ambani's son, said the company was developing its own satellite communications technology and working towards regulatory approvals.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

Uber said the ezCater transaction is expected to close in the coming months, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

Lawrence pried the necessary salary and staff approvals from Sproul, and committed himself personally to finding money to build Seaborg’s hot lab and reactor.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik


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