English Dictionary
Definition approach in British English
approach
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
to move closer to someone or something
She heard footsteps approaching from behind.
A strange boat was approaching the shore.
if an event or a particular time approaches, it will happen soon
The day of the election approached.
Winter is fast approaching.
to speak to someone about something for the first time, especially in order to ask for help or make an offer
Have you thought about approaching Sally? She might be able to help.
I have already approached my boss about a pay rise.
to almost reach a particular level, number, or condition
England never approached the state of political collapse which France then faced.
There is no one who even approaches his talents.
They played in temperatures approaching 40 degrees.
to deal with a situation or problem in a particular way
Governments tend to approach the issue from different angles.
