approaching
Prononciation : [əˈproʊtʃɪŋ]
Mot
Contexte : « movement »
(verb) to move closer to something. It's like when you're walking towards a friend who is standing at the end of the playground.
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I am approaching the finish line in the race.
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I was not approaching the right path during the hike.
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Are you approaching the stage to give your speech?
Contexte : « time »
(verb) to get nearer in time to a certain moment or event. It's like when your birthday is coming soon and you can feel it getting closer.
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The weekend is approaching, and I can’t wait to relax.
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The deadline for the project is not approaching; we still have plenty of time.
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When is the day we are approaching for the big celebration?
Contexte : « relationship »
(verb) to start talking to someone about something serious or important. It's like when you want to ask a friend for help with a problem, and you are getting ready to do it.
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I am approaching my teacher for advice on my project.
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She was not approaching her friend about the misunderstanding they had.
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Are you approaching your parents to discuss your plans for school?
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