approving

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His minority coalition government has struggled to manage its parliamentary partners – an array of regional nationalist and left-wing parties – preventing it from approving a single new budget this legislature.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Seoul was also boosted by Samsung Electronics posting strong gains, helped by its union approving a deal with management that secured huge annual bonuses and averted a major strike.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Mr. Lara’s office has also been dilatory in approving rate increases.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

In 2026, Angelenos should be focused on electing people and approving initiatives that will improve the city for everyone, not a narrow plank benefiting a slice of the population.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

“Why, you’re a regular cross-examiner!” said Mr. Wemmick, looking at me with an approving air.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens