- present participle of approach.
approaching
Example Sentences
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Approaching the man, Williams told the jury he shouted at him to put out his light as he was worried it would upset his horses.
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
Approaching the man, Williams told the court, he shouted to him to put out his light as he was worried it would upset his horses.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
Approaching the story with a mix of dewy nostalgia and incisive clarity, the film earned Reiner the first of three nominations from the Directors Guild of America.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
Approaching the project as a Deaf actor herself, Stern found innovative ways to help viewers connect with Matlin’s perception of the sound around her.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025
Approaching the house, holding the boy firmly by the hand, Jonathan crossed over to the porch, to the door.
From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi
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