Tension began to mount as the deadline approached.
Tension began to mount as the deadline approached.
English
approach
əˈproʊtʃ, əˈpɹoʊt͡ʃ, əˈpɹəʊt͡ʃ
Meaning: to come near or nearer to something
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | approach |
| 3rd person singular present | approaches |
| Present participle | approaching |
| Past | approached |
| Will future | will approach |
| Going-to future | going to approach |
| Imperative negative | don't approach / do not approach |
Example sentences
A strange boat was approaching the shore.
A strange boat was approaching the shore.
He is approaching retirement after many years of work.
He is approaching retirement after many years of work.
The villagers were forced to flee their homes as the fire approached.
The villagers were forced to flee their homes as the fire approached.
The dog began to growl when the stranger approached the gate.
The dog began to growl when the stranger approached the gate.
Usage Notes
Used when moving closer in space or time. Can also mean to start dealing with a problem.
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