Example Sentences

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“This removes a bunch of uncertainty” about whether proposed projects will get approved, said Chief Executive Sean Burton of Cityview, one of the largest apartment developers in the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Determined to preserve the state’s tradition of supporting independents, while also solving the spoiler problem such candidates could create, Mainers approved the reform through a statewide initiative.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

President Trump resurrected the deal and approved it on the condition that Nippon Steel increased its investments in U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Officials have approved plans to demolish the damaged complex and build a new hostel.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“They’re not approved yet. They haven’t gone through all levels of review. It wouldn’t have been safe.”

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste