Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said efforts to end the war were approaching a "critical" stage.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

On Friday at least a dozen containerships and tankers reversed course as they were approaching to dock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 13, 2025

The practice of killing cases without review began three years ago as a way to cope with escalating caseloads that were approaching a deadline for discipline.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024

The first minister's comments come after Caroline Lamb, the Scottish government’s director general for health and social care, reportedly warned that public finances were approaching a “tipping point”.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2024

Hundreds of footsteps were approaching, like falling rain from a thunderstorm.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin