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approximate

[uh-prok-suh-mit, uh-prok-suh-meyt] / əˈprɒk sə mɪt, əˈprɒk səˌmeɪt /






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Many argue that while hard to measure, cognitive diversity can be approximated by demographics.

From The Wall Street Journal

Crystal was founded in 1962 — the same year as Vail in Colorado — but never developed facilities approximating the industry’s flagship destinations.

From Seattle Times

Beneath Friday’s gray skies, Washington went about life on a significant day, in a warmth that approximated what we might anticipate at this time of year.

From Washington Post

The numbers are approximate, based on modeling and population estimates.

From Washington Times

That timing is approximate and based on official reports and news reports.

From Washington Post