approx.
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approximate.
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approximately.
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Example Sentences
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Approx 50 firefighters in Mudeford Lane this evening dealing with a significant fire in a church.
From BBC • Jul. 14, 2022
“Saw flash, heard clap here in Broadlands. Approx 7 sec gap so w/in 3 miles,” tweeted @agbast.
From Washington Post • Sep. 28, 2021
Height gain 147m Approx climb time 14 mins This is a beautifully rugged road hidden in the wild heart of the Brecon Beacons.
From The Guardian • Jul. 13, 2012
Height gain 206m Approx climb time 27mins I don't usually head for anything where the map contours are too compact, but one day I did just that and stumbled upon a beauty of a road.
From The Guardian • Jul. 13, 2012
In the 6-18 years old age bracket, skateboarding is the third most popular sport in the nation Approx.
From Time Magazine Archive
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