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Approaching for Dummies

noun

pronunciation: ʌ'proʊtʃɪŋ

What does Approaching really mean?

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Approaching means getting closer to something or someone. It's like when you're taking a step or moving forward towards a destination, you are getting closer and closer to it. Just like when you're walking towards a friend, you're approaching them. It's all about moving closer to something or someone.

Let me give you an example to make it really clear. Imagine you're standing in your backyard and you see a bird perched on a tree branch. The bird is a little far away from you, and you decide you want to take a closer look at it. So, you start walking towards the tree, one step at a time. As you keep walking, you're approaching the bird. Each step you take brings you closer to it. And finally, when you're just a few steps away, you are really close to the bird. That's when you have successfully approached it!

So, approaching can also mean coming close to a particular time or event. Let's say you are waiting for your best friend to arrive at your house. You know that they will be there soon, and you keep looking out the window to see if they are coming. Suddenly, you see them walking down the street towards your house. They are getting closer and closer. That's when you can say they are approaching your house. It's like they are getting nearer and nearer to the time or event of them arriving at your house.

Now, let me ask you a question to make sure you understand! If you are walking towards a goal, are you approaching it or moving away from it?


Revised and Fact checked by Michael Rodriguez on 2023-10-28 02:24:46

Approaching In a sentece

Learn how to use Approaching inside a sentece

  • The holiday season is approaching, which means it will soon be time for celebrations and family gatherings.
  • I can see dark clouds in the sky, so I think rain might be approaching.
  • The deadline for submitting the project is approaching, so make sure you finish your work on time.
  • I can hear the sound of sirens getting closer, indicating that an emergency vehicle is approaching.
  • My birthday is approaching, and I'm excited to celebrate with my friends and family.

Approaching Synonyms

Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.

Approaching Hypernyms

Words that are more generic than the original word.

Approaching Hyponyms

Words that are more specific than the original word.

Approaching Similar Words

Words that similar to the original word, but are not synonyms.