approaching
- present participle of approach.
Example Sentences
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Barring an unexpected pivot by the SEC, practical considerations are fast approaching for investors and companies alike.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
With the deadline approaching, Lineage as of Friday had removed 1,395 truck loads — an estimated 6,399 tons — of waste from the warehouse, according to an online tracker from the company.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
The Treasury Inflation-Indexed Long-Term Average Yield, a measure of real rates, is approaching 3% — its highest level since 2008.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
"Three weeks ago, we were expecting to guide to full-year pre-tax earnings approaching $1.5 billion," Chief Financial Officer Devon May said on a conference call.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
More and more people wanted their lawns mowed—on the second day I had eight jobs—and the fact was that I was fast approaching my limit.
From "Lawn Boy" by Gary Paulsen
