approaches

1. 1
   verb

   Third-person singular present of approach. Use this form after he, she, or it.

   The deadline approaches faster than anyone expected.

   She approaches every problem with calm patience.

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2. 2
   noun

   Plural of approach. Use it when you mean more than one.

   The two teams tried different approaches to the same puzzle.

   Both approaches led to the same answer in the end.

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3. 3
   nouncountableplural

   Friendly or romantic moves made to win someone over.

   Like waving and smiling at someone, hoping they will become your friend.

   He ignored her approaches and kept reading his book.

   All his clumsy approaches were met with a cold stare.

   Similarovertures, advances

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4. 4
   nouncountableplural

   Roads or trenches that soldiers dig to move safely toward an enemy fort.

   Like digging a safe, hidden path so you can get close to a door without being seen.

   The soldiers dug approaches through the night to reach the castle walls.

   Enemy fire destroyed the approaches before the troops could advance.

   Similarsiegeworks, works

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