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approval

[uh-proo-vuhl] / əˈpru vəl /




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Adding to market concerns was Japan's approval Tuesday of a drastic reduction in the sales tax on food, starting in April.

From Barron's Sep. 16, 2026

I grew up honestly believing that the point to life was to be liked by other people and to get other people’s approval.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 15, 2026

The 14th Starship test is scheduled for as soon as Tuesday, Sept. 22, pending regulatory approval.

From MarketWatch Sep. 15, 2026

Environmental Protection Agency approval for a genetically modified all-male strain that is currently being tested in the field.

From Science Daily Sep. 15, 2026

The other girl nods her approval and then runs off to catch up with a group up ahead.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

The party called on First Minister John Swinney to back a moratorium on planning approvals.

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

Ellison is frustrated after securing approvals from more than 65 regulators worldwide for the mammoth merger that would bring HBO, CNN, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV and TBS under the same roof.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2026

But there is no guarantee that the deep-pocketed investors will be easily sold, and challenges include a track record in Canada of lengthy approvals for projects.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter following approvals at special meetings expected in November 2026, as well as court and regulatory clearances.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 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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