approving
Example Sentences
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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
In 1971, the Supreme Court began to patch this hole in a case called Bivens, approving monetary damages against federal agents who violated the Fourth Amendment’s guarantee against unreasonable search and seizure.
From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026
With 47% approving of her job in office, her support has dropped by double digits since her election.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
But about your bill: I ought to tell you that my steward was quite cross, as he had no record of approving such an expense.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
