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approve

[uh-proov] / əˈpruv /




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Lawmakers have up to three months to approve the nominated candidate.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The council voted 12 to 1 to approve Bass’s spending plan, which called for the hiring of 510 Los Angeles Police Department officers to offset resignations and retirements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The Metropolitan Police has been blocked from signing a contract worth up to £50m with the US technology firm Palantir, after London's deputy mayor refused to approve the deal.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

An ad hoc City Council committee has met almost every week since March to study the tax’s impact and possible changes, which voters would have to approve.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Felix signed it and added a $103 tip—the amount Mr. Trulz would approve.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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