approving
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OpenAI announced the capability in October 2025 but said it recently streamlined its process for approving apps, one reason for the recent burst.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
In 2026, Angelenos should be focused on electing people and approving initiatives that will improve the city for everyone, not a narrow plank benefiting a slice of the population.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
But appearing before a committee of MPs, Sir Olly insisted he had acted properly when approving the clearance - and was right not to tell the prime minister at the time.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Defending his actions, Sir Olly insisted that the Foreign Office had acted properly when approving the clearance.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
“I have great hopes for my boy,” observed Jo, watching him fly over the fence with an approving smile.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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