approving

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It is responsible for approving the use of the government’s judgment fund, a permanent, uncapped pot of money that is used to settle lawsuits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Proposals for the current scheme were made in 2023 with councillors approving the charges in January 2026.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

But the Disneyland faithful certainly will, as when Darth Vader set foot in the park’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on Wednesday morning and the audience erupted in approving hollers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

But appearing before a committee of MPs, Sir Olly insisted he had acted properly when approving the clearance - and was right not to tell the prime minister at the time.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Papi gave Gladys a bright, approving smile and snapped open the locks.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez