as in favorable
expressing approval
the play did not receive a single approving notice
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as in ratifying
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
as soon as the pond project was approved, the bulldozers were at the site
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Baltimore Sun Media, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2024
At the meeting, the city council also passed two ordinances to more tightly regulate the use of city vehicles and create a procedure for soliciting, obtaining and approving bids worth more than $20,000.
—Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 28 Mar. 2024
But not all shareholders appeared to be in an approving mood.
—Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 22 Mar. 2024
Signing to Island, landing a Mercury Prize nomination, and receiving approving comments from Hayley Williams, Fugazi, and Beck himself might make a band feel over-stimulated—or over-hyped.
—Jenessa Williams, Pitchfork, 14 Feb. 2024
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Our committees perform a vital task in oversight of local subsidies, as well as approving or challenging zoning regulations.
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Drake enjoyed substantial community support with 49% having a very or somewhat favorable view, compared to 12% with a very or somewhat negative view.Nate Rau, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is signaling to its allies in Montana, Ohio, and Alaska to push favorable messaging for independent candidates in an effort to appeal to Trump supporters.Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 24 Oct. 2024
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Music is such a unifying force, and the positive response from both groups gave me the courage to keep sharing.Jordan Greene, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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The program will highlight a variety of accessible actions for audience members to take in making a positive impact on their communities and the planet.Jem Aswad, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024
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More:Michigan's fall colors are hitting peak: What to know, best scenic drives What time will the sun rise Sunday morning?Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 2 Nov. 2024
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What’s more, Virginia is rare in which voters feel good about the direction under Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin.Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Approving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/approving. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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