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approve

[uh-proov] / əˈpruv /




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Some longevity proponents want aging classified as a disease, partly so the FDA would approve preventive treatments.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Faculty voted to approve the A-cap as part of a yearslong effort to curb grade inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Because it’s not part of the California grid, the California Public Utilities Commission has only limited jurisdiction over its service, although it has the authority to approve its electricity rates.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

"I think that Congress will continue to write letters urging the administration to approve the sales to Taiwan," Sacks said.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Generally it took months, and several mind-crushingly dull meetings, to approve any application to the Recon Squad.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer




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