as in favor
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
does this poster I made for the recital meet with your approval?
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Recent Examples of approval
There have been several instances where project areas have burned while waiting to receive the correct permit or approval.
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Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Only one catastrophe model has been submitted for review to regulators, while the reinsurance regulation released last month still awaits final approval by the Office of Administrative Law.
—Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
The partnership now has approval to perform planning, engineering, construction management and program support services to rebuild the Key Bridge.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
In states without these laws, prosecutors must seek approval by a judge before charging a child as an adult.
—Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Only one catastrophe model has been submitted for review to regulators, while the reinsurance regulation released last month still awaits final approval by the Office of Administrative Law.
—Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
The partnership now has approval to perform planning, engineering, construction management and program support services to rebuild the Key Bridge.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2025
In states without these laws, prosecutors must seek approval by a judge before charging a child as an adult.
—Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for approval
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The association of certain places and people with certain foods can bring as much favor to the former as to the latter.John Mariani, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Nor does Coppola do her lead or the film any favors by continually cutting away to slo-mo scenes of Anderson twirling around outside and staring forlornly at the horizon, which gives off heavy student-film vibes.David Fear, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
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Bob’s loss is catastrophic but his legacy is a blessing and will endure for many more generations.Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 12 Jan. 2025
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The scene took a year and a half to manifest, as Gracey needed the blessing of the Westminster City Council, the Crown Estate (Regent Street is royal land) and permission to close a bus route for four nights.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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On the floor, Biles’ every routine Tuesday received a studied silence, and every landing received raucous approbation.Brendan Quinn, The Athletic, 30 July 2024
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But where the standard Meyers heroine would fuss herself into a fugue state of approbation, Anne remains oddly unruffled.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 29 June 2024
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Without assent from a majority of lawmakers, the report is expected to stay under wraps.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 21 Nov. 2024
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With Lamont’s assent, the law Ritter crafted in cooperation with the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus commits the state to $875 million in borrowing over an initial five-year period, assuming about $175 million in grants in each of those five years.Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 9 Dec. 2024
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The district did not respond to a request for comment about why there were just six members of the full seven-member body at Friday’s board meeting and why two 6-0 votes were held.Ikram Mohamed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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Republicans control the Senate, 53-47, and nominees are confirmed by a majority vote.Sara Dorn, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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In the Legislature, some of DeSantis’ allies were quick to show their support for the governor, putting them at odds with their chamber’s leadership.Ana Ceballos, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Andrew Whitworth, a former offensive lineman who spent five seasons with the Rams, gave a speech at the State Farm Stadium, showing his support to the L.A. community.Renan Botelho, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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The largest work is Lashed to the Mast, a nod to Odysseus’s plan to hear the sirens’ call without being lured to his death.Grace Edquist, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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Although this name has different meanings depending on its origins, many believe the Spanish version of the name is a combination of the names ‘Maria’ and ‘Isabel’ and is a nod to religious devotion.Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 7 Jan. 2025
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Loading your audio article Osceola Sheriff Marcos Lopez pushed back Thursday against his placement on a list of untrustworthy law enforcement officers, saying the move by former State Attorney Andrew Bain was revenge for not offering his endorsement in November’s election.Cristóbal Reyes, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
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Authentic customer endorsements and content are beneficial to the brand and should be reflected in existing loyalty frameworks, given that 77% of consumers are more likely to engage with content that feels genuine and relatable.Manu Mathew, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approval. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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