approach

1 of 2

verb

ap·proach ə-ˈprōch How to pronounce approach (audio)

approached; approaching; approaches

transitive verb

: to draw closer to : near

approach a destination

: to come very near to : to be almost the same as

… its mathematics approaches mysticism.

Theodore Sturgeon

as the quantity x approaches zero

: to make advances to especially in order to create a desired result

was approached by several Broadway producers

: to take preliminary steps toward accomplishment or full knowledge or experience of

Try to approach the subject with an open mind.

intransitive verb

: to draw nearer

The time is fast approaching.

: to make an approach in golf

approach

2 of 2

noun

plural approaches

: an act or instance of approaching

the approach of summer

: approximation

In this book he makes his closest approach to greatness.

: the taking of preliminary steps toward a particular purpose

experimenting with new lines of approach

: a particular manner of taking such steps

a highly individual approach to language

: a means of access : avenue

or approach shot : a golf shot from the fairway toward the green

: the steps taken by a bowler before delivering the ball

also : the part of the alley behind the foul line from which the bowler delivers the ball

: the descent of an aircraft toward a landing place

The plane was on final approach.

: the surgical procedure or path by which access is gained to a bodily part

A lateral approach was used to direct a 25-gauge, 10-cm spinal needle onto the articular pillar adjacent to the target joint.

Leslie Barnsley et al.

Synonyms

Verb

belly up
close
close in
come up
draw on
near
nigh

Noun

avenue
passage
path
route
way

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Example Sentences

Verb The cat approached the baby cautiously. Ease off the gas pedal to slow down as the bend in the road approaches. We are approaching the end of the fiscal year. This weekend we're expecting temperatures approaching 100 degrees. The success rates approach 90 percent. He has a wild laugh that sometimes approaches hysteria. a reproduction that approaches the quality of the original painting The supervisor is quite easy to approach, so don't hesitate to bring up any problems you have. We were advised to never be too aggressive when approaching a potential client. Noun trying a more healthy approach The cat made a cautious approach. The quiet afternoon was interrupted by the approach of a motorboat. A loud growl warned us of the bear's approach. With the approach of summer came longer, hotter days. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

The Suns could very well approach this season that way, but that just feels easier said than done right now that the results are out there.

Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 14 Sep. 2022 In all four main scenarios, religiously unaffiliated Americans are projected to approach or exceed Christians in number by 2070.

Li Cohen, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2022 Estimates on the number of Afghan allies still in the country vary widely, but the figure could approach 300,000.

Michael Lee, Fox News, 2 Sep. 2022 Meta, the parent of Facebook and Instagram, has forecasted that this year’s losses due to Apple’s actions could approach $10 billion.

Jacob Carpenter, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2022 In Spain, which had its hottest July on record, an orange warning for heat is in effect just south of Madrid - where maximum temperature could approach 104 degrees, with many other areas under yellow alerts.

Matthew Cappucci, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Aug. 2022 Upon a traffic stop for expired license plates July 30, a vehicle fled before an officer could approach it.

cleveland, 1 Aug. 2022 If nobody hits all six numbers for Friday’s drawing, the $1.28 billion prize will roll into a larger one that could approach a record and be drawn Tuesday night.

Timothy Bella, Washington Post, 30 July 2022 Dallas, Oklahoma City and Tulsa could all approach 110 degrees in the days ahead, and some locations have blown past that.

Matthew Cappucci, Anchorage Daily News, 20 July 2022

Noun

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to creating safe and supportive spaces in tech.

Jacob Mathison, Rolling Stone, 15 Sep. 2022 Using every available space wisely is the best approach to maximizing storage, so look for underused areas, such as the inside of cabinet or closet doors.

Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2022 The new policy is a different approach from former San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin, who had a blanket ban on charging juveniles as adults under any circumstance before he was recalled by voters in June.

Louis Casiano, Fox News, 15 Sep. 2022 This is a perfect encapsulation of Ma’s approach to storytelling.

Michele Filgate, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 There is no passive approach that will keep your back healthy.

Dana Santas, CNN, 14 Sep. 2022 Oils are typically a gentler approach, offering fast-absorbing serums that are rich in natural ingredients for more hydrating (and immediate) results.

Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 Like Levine, Farina believes a dual plane lift tailored to the patient’s unique facial anatomy is the best approach.

Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2022 Better together This skepticism is a big motivator for researchers who think agrivoltaics is the right win-win approach.

Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2022 See More

单词	approach
释义	approach 1 of 2 verb ap·proach ə-ˈprōch approached; approaching; approaches transitive verb 1 a : to draw closer to : near approach a destination b : to come very near to : to be almost the same as … its mathematics approaches mysticism. Theodore Sturgeon as the quantity x approaches zero 2 a : to make advances to especially in order to create a desired result was approached by several Broadway producers b : to take preliminary steps toward accomplishment or full knowledge or experience of Try to approach the subject with an open mind. intransitive verb 1 : to draw nearer The time is fast approaching. 2 : to make an approach in golf approach 2 of 2 noun plural approaches 1 a : an act or instance of approaching the approach of summer b : approximation In this book he makes his closest approach to greatness. 2 a : the taking of preliminary steps toward a particular purpose experimenting with new lines of approach b : a particular manner of taking such steps a highly individual approach to language 3 : a means of access : avenue 4 a or approach shot : a golf shot from the fairway toward the green b : the steps taken by a bowler before delivering the ball also : the part of the alley behind the foul line from which the bowler delivers the ball 5 : the descent of an aircraft toward a landing place The plane was on final approach. 6 : the surgical procedure or path by which access is gained to a bodily part A lateral approach was used to direct a 25-gauge, 10-cm spinal needle onto the articular pillar adjacent to the target joint. Leslie Barnsley et al. Synonyms Verb belly up close close in come up draw on near nigh Noun avenue passage path route way See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb The cat approached the baby cautiously. Ease off the gas pedal to slow down as the bend in the road approaches. We are approaching the end of the fiscal year. This weekend we're expecting temperatures approaching 100 degrees. The success rates approach 90 percent. He has a wild laugh that sometimes approaches hysteria. a reproduction that approaches the quality of the original painting The supervisor is quite easy to approach, so don't hesitate to bring up any problems you have. We were advised to never be too aggressive when approaching a potential client. Noun trying a more healthy approach The cat made a cautious approach. The quiet afternoon was interrupted by the approach of a motorboat. A loud growl warned us of the bear's approach. With the approach of summer came longer, hotter days. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb The Suns could very well approach this season that way, but that just feels easier said than done right now that the results are out there. Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 14 Sep. 2022 In all four main scenarios, religiously unaffiliated Americans are projected to approach or exceed Christians in number by 2070. Li Cohen, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2022 Estimates on the number of Afghan allies still in the country vary widely, but the figure could approach 300,000. Michael Lee, Fox News, 2 Sep. 2022 Meta, the parent of Facebook and Instagram, has forecasted that this year’s losses due to Apple’s actions could approach $10 billion. Jacob Carpenter, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2022 In Spain, which had its hottest July on record, an orange warning for heat is in effect just south of Madrid - where maximum temperature could approach 104 degrees, with many other areas under yellow alerts. Matthew Cappucci, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Aug. 2022 Upon a traffic stop for expired license plates July 30, a vehicle fled before an officer could approach it. cleveland, 1 Aug. 2022 If nobody hits all six numbers for Friday’s drawing, the $1.28 billion prize will roll into a larger one that could approach a record and be drawn Tuesday night. Timothy Bella, Washington Post, 30 July 2022 Dallas, Oklahoma City and Tulsa could all approach 110 degrees in the days ahead, and some locations have blown past that. Matthew Cappucci, Anchorage Daily News, 20 July 2022 Noun There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to creating safe and supportive spaces in tech. Jacob Mathison, Rolling Stone, 15 Sep. 2022 Using every available space wisely is the best approach to maximizing storage, so look for underused areas, such as the inside of cabinet or closet doors. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2022 The new policy is a different approach from former San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin, who had a blanket ban on charging juveniles as adults under any circumstance before he was recalled by voters in June. Louis Casiano, Fox News, 15 Sep. 2022 This is a perfect encapsulation of Ma’s approach to storytelling. Michele Filgate, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 There is no passive approach that will keep your back healthy. Dana Santas, CNN, 14 Sep. 2022 Oils are typically a gentler approach, offering fast-absorbing serums that are rich in natural ingredients for more hydrating (and immediate) results. Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 Like Levine, Farina believes a dual plane lift tailored to the patient’s unique facial anatomy is the best approach. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2022 Better together This skepticism is a big motivator for researchers who think agrivoltaics is the right win-win approach. Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb and Noun Middle English approchen, from Anglo-French aprocher, from Late Latin appropiare, from Latin ad- + prope near; akin to Latin pro before — more at for First Known Use Verb 13th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Noun 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing approach approach shot approach shot Kids Definition approach 1 of 2 verb ap·proach ə-ˈprōch approached; approaching 1 : to come near or nearer : draw close This train is approaching the station. The temperature is approaching 90 degrees. 2 : to begin to deal with approach a problem 3 : to start talking to for a specific purpose How can I approach the teacher about having cheated? approach 2 of 2 noun 1 : an act or instance of drawing near the approach of summer The cat made a cautious approach. 2 : a way of doing or thinking about something : a way of dealing with something 3 : a path or road to get to a place Medical Definition approach noun ap·proach ə-ˈprōch : the surgical procedure by which access is gained to a bodily part approach 1 of 2 noun 1 as in route an established course for traveling from one place to another will take the standard landing approach from the south Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance route path way road avenue highway passage walk artery track trail street bypass roadway lane pass drive thoroughfare passageway pike boulevard walkway bypath expressway freeway routeway turnpike row byway channel high road door portal airway gate laneway doorway gateway trace waterway hatch cycleway watercourse bikeway gat 2 as in method the means or procedure for doing something that's a different approach to knitting, but it seems to work Synonyms & Similar Words method strategy methodology technique way how manner system tactics style recipe plan process tack fashion form model route mode program design scheme policy blueprint practice layout move step routine shift expedient game game plan plot ground plan modus operandi line intrigue practise approach 2 of 2 verb 1 as in to close to come near or nearer the parade's approaching! I can hear the band playing! Synonyms & Similar Words close come come up draw on belly up near land reach close in attain arrive nigh turn up show up touch hit gain sneak up border make creep up verge waltz (up) adjoin Antonyms & Near Antonyms retreat withdraw recede retire go back (up or away) remove exit leave run away take off pull out depart quit walk out light out shove (off) clear out See More 2 as in to come to move closer to approach the bull with caution Synonyms & Similar Words come enter near advance nigh drop in pop (in) Antonyms & Near Antonyms go retreat withdraw leave exit recede (from) depart See More 3 as in to approximate to come near or nearer to in character or quality his store-bought dessert doesn't even approach your homemade version of it Synonyms & Similar Words approximate reflect measure up (to) match parallel mirror compare (with) stack up (against or with) hold a candle to duplicate add up (to) amount (to) equal touch (on) come (to) verge (on) border (on)
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