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approximately

[uh-prok-suh-mit-lee] / əˈprɒk sə mɪt li /


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Yet Saudi airlines hold a significant advantage over Gulf competitors: a domestic market of approximately 35 million people, by far the region's largest.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Ganenthiran said the firm has made more than 30 acquisitions and is buying new companies at a pace of approximately one a week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The bear was approximately 17 months old, and in the 70-pound range, Collins said, explaining the severity of the situation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The team estimates the program would cost approximately $34 million over a 25 year period.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

At the end of the car, large planks of wood approximately six feet deep had been installed as shelves.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys




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