approach
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The findings, reported in Scientific Reports, suggest that this experimental approach could eventually help prevent certain infections and support existing cancer treatments.
From Science Daily β Nov. 11, 2026
In voice notes Berry describes how, beforehand, work colleagues had told him the official's interest had been piqued by reports Berry had written, which included details of the UK's foreign policy approach to China.
From BBC β Nov. 11, 2026
“New fleet is material, but the tough approach around back office is also important,” says the bank.
From The Wall Street Journal β Nov. 10, 2026
“I take a very hands-on approach to this issue. I have set very clear expectations at every level within our department.”
From Los Angeles Times β Nov. 10, 2026
"Even though he seems like a nice pony, I don't want you to approach him. Let's let Mr. Johnson take care of Buttons."
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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Senior officials from Moscow, Kyiv and Washington will meet in Abu Dhabi as the fifth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches.
From BBC β Nov. 10, 2026
Both approaches impose practical limits on the size and complexity of the finished structure.
From Science Daily β Nov. 9, 2026
Several states are leading the charge with innovative approaches to supporting CTE.
From MarketWatch β Nov. 9, 2026
Everett approaches each meal the same way he did a race on the track, with an eye toward perfection.
From Los Angeles Times β Nov. 9, 2026
As the train approaches, its horn is high-pitched, but as it passes you, all of a sudden its pitch drops dramatically.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
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Collins proceeded to walk to the visitor’s side and sat by a bench taking photos until Tate approached her at halftime and asked her to leave.
From Los Angeles Times β Nov. 10, 2026
As a result, the company has approached Venezuela with more caution than some of its smaller rivals.
From The Wall Street Journal β Nov. 10, 2026
The international TopoLight consortium approached the challenge from a different direction.
From Science Daily β Nov. 9, 2026
The BBC approached a number of estate agents for comment about their use of AI-generated images in listings.
From BBC β Nov. 7, 2026
Rudolf Abel, with a small American entourage, approached from the other side.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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The Welsh government said with winter approaching and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, "the coming months will be a challenging time for many".
From BBC β Nov. 10, 2026
The closure includes northbound lanes on State Route 47 approaching Harbor Boulevard, southbound Interstate 110, and Miraflores Avenue.
From Los Angeles Times β Nov. 6, 2026
Half an hour later, Vlasenko heard a large drone approaching.
From The Wall Street Journal β Nov. 6, 2026
The S&P 500 is approaching an important inflection point.
From MarketWatch β Nov. 6, 2026
Exactly how tall the wave becomes, and how fast it is going when it hits land, depends on the shape of the ocean floor and of the shoreline it is approaching.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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