approached

Example Sentences

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In April 2022, the senior military officers say, they approached her through a member of their unit who was a hobby deep-sea diver.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

My character is approached by MI5 and MI6.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

People had approached the group about doing a limited edition version of their debut album, but Alesha Dixon says the comeback "started in the WhatsApp group".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In the past few years, that is an area the index has approached when investors become increasingly concerned about growth and the economic outlook.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Go home! he urged again as the line approached the school.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville