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approaches

[əˈprəʊtʃɪz]

approaches Definition

  • 1the act of coming near or nearer to something or someone in distance or time
  • 2a way of dealing with a situation or problem

Using approaches: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "approaches" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The approaches to the city were heavily guarded.

  • Example

    We need to consider different approaches to solving this problem.

  • Example

    He took a cautious approach to investing his money.

  • Example

    She has a unique approach to teaching that engages her students.

  • Example

    The deadline is approaching quickly.

approaches Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for approaches

Idioms Using approaches

  • take a novel approach

    to try something new or different

    Example

    We decided to take a novel approach to marketing our product.

  • to speak to someone in order to ask for something or make a proposal

    Example

    I made an approach to my boss about getting a raise.

  • to be careful when dealing with something or someone

    Example

    We need to approach this situation with caution.

Phrases with approaches

  • a particular way of dealing with or thinking about something

    Example

    His approach to the problem was to break it down into smaller parts.

  • the act of speaking to someone in order to ask for something or make a proposal

    Example

    I made an approach to the company about a possible partnership.

  • the final stage of an aircraft's flight when it is preparing to land

    Example

    The pilot announced that we were beginning our approach to landing.

Origins of approaches

from Old French 'aprochier', meaning 'to come closer'

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Summary: approaches in Brief

'Approaches' [əˈprəʊtʃɪz] refers to the act of coming nearer to something or someone, or a way of dealing with a situation or problem. It can be used as a noun or verb and has synonyms like 'methods' and 'strategies.' Phrases like 'take a novel approach' and 'approach with caution' use 'approach' idiomatically to suggest trying something new or being careful. Examples include 'The deadline is approaching quickly' and 'She has a unique approach to teaching that engages her students.'