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
The ordinance previously required both the police superintendent and deputy mayor for community safety to agree for a curfew to be enacted, but was changed to only require the superintendent’s approval.
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Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 21 May 2025
Therapy should build that foundation, not create lifelong dependence on external approval.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Booster shots for this group will be subject to a stricter approval process.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 21 May 2025
The agreement required approval from a federal court in Minnesota.
—Steve Karnowski, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 21 May 2025
Therapy should build that foundation, not create lifelong dependence on external approval.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Booster shots for this group will be subject to a stricter approval process.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 21 May 2025
The agreement required approval from a federal court in Minnesota.
—Steve Karnowski, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for approval
Noun
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In November 2024, Drake lost $355,000 when betting on the Mike Tyson-Logan Paul fight in Tyson's favor, according to FTW.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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This mindset already worked in North Wilkesboro’s favor in 2023, when the track landed the All-Star Race, something few thought possible.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Another Texan also gave this cocktail their blessing with a five-star review.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Jessica Hensley and her family are counting their blessings after their home was struck by a tornado in Laurel County during a storm on May 16.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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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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For four months, congressional Republicans have been delaying the major fights on the parts of Trump’s agenda that will demand their assent.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
2 May 2025
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But these hardly excuse their seeming assent to the destruction of American democracy and our economy.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The bill passed in the House by just one vote on May 22.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Kansas Supreme Court justices stand for retention votes every six years.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2025
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For the moment, though, her support did not reach far beyond progressives.—
Evan Osnos,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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There's support for Dolby Vision as well as a magic remove, plus easy casting with Google Chromecast or Apple AirPlay.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
26 May 2025
Noun
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The little one's middle name is a nod to Scott's father, whose real name is Marshall Mathers.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Inspired by the legendary restaurant rolls, the Mini Rolls are a nod to Texas Roadhouse’s original recipe but come in a convenient, ready-to-heat pan.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
20 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Crockett's rising profile within progressive circles, combined with Hogg's endorsement, positions her as a potential voice in shaping the party's approach to Republican opposition.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Trust the enthusiastic, 5-star endorsement by a reader who made these Corn Ribs: Fabulous!—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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“Approval.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approval. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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