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The past tense form of 'approach' is approached. Example: He approached the finish line with determination. (He approached the finish line with determination.)
Definition of “approach”
- to come near or nearer to something or someone in distance or time
- to make a proposal or request to someone
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Past Simple | approached |
| Past Continuous | approaching |
| Past Perfect | approached |
Example
He approached the stranger for help.
Example
We approached the issue cautiously.
Example
She was approaching the intersection when the light turned red.
Example
They were approaching the deadline for the project.
Example
By the time they arrived, he had approached several potential investors.
Example
She had approached the problem from different angles before finding a solution.
