How To Use Approve In A Sentence

He doesn't approve of me leaving school this year.
The company said stockholders will be asked to approve the bid at a special meeting in late March.
Will you approve the proposal?
While the Cabinet has yet to make final decisions, ministers seemed set to approve a pay freeze.
They claim the vermin-annoyers show no consistent success or, sometimes, no success at all. They're not approved for use by commercial pest-control companies because not enough is known about potential side effects.

The maximum duration of residence, approved on each occasion, shall not exceed 3 years.
Soon after his announcement the House passed the bill, 328-101, and the Senate was expected to approve it Thursday.
Barr says he doesn't want to have the government preapprove financial products, the way it does prescription drugs. The Proposed New Financial Regulation Could Backfire
The proposed acquisition, which must be approved by shareholders, values the two networks at about $ 16 a share.
But I'd never ask anyone - a hangman or executioner, to do something I wouldn't do myself, nor approve of it.
The motion was seconded and approved unanimously.
By this standard, serious and committed people of faith will be less likely to be approved for judgeships.
But the real problem with citing thorough court review as a standard for denying clemency is that none of the 152 executions Bush approved would have landed on his desk had the cases not already passed through all the courts. The Texas Clemency Memos
Whatever Paul is or is not, he is an only an approvement when one considers Lieberman, who is actually and increduously still a part of the US Government. Paul Casts a Larger Shadow (Convention) - The Caucus Blog - NYTimes.com
Prosecutors said the committee had approved applicants who presented forged honours that carried dates pre-dating the actual creation of the vaunted title.
The Grand Forks City Council approved a transfer of the cable franchise recently to the partnership, which remains unnamed.
No drug is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in mesotherapy.
Then as now, a majority of the electorate disapproved of the incumbent's performance.
Because this list is also archived on the Web, members can view for themselves the difference between what was sent to the list and what was approved by the moderators.
There is no mark, " the old man said in a clear but forceless voice, -or mention that this Contract has been approved by the Oriolis Cavernus. The Coelura
Council also approved in principle the text for a booklet Guidance on professional conduct incorporating a code of professional practice.
What is tragically evident from the Harry Read Me file is the picture it gives of the CRU scientists hopelessly at sea with the complex computer programmes they had devised to contort their data in the approved direction, more than once expressing their own desperation at how difficult it was to get the desired results. Coyote Blog » 2009 » November
Failure to approve them in a vote this week could block the next tranche of €3 billion from international creditors. Times, Sunday Times
The amendments allow the next parliament to make changes after the document is approved.
Michael Plouffe , 31, of Old Lyme, Conn., had been trying for four years to get a claim approved based on sclerosing mesenteritis, a disease that causes inflammation of the small intestine. Two Lawyers Strike Gold In U.S. Disability System
Meal fees: Wear Valley district councillors are being asked to approve increased charges for meals on wheels and luncheon clubs.
The resolution was approved by 12 of the 21 Arab League countries.
Another tradition, more religiously approved, is the artistic development of calligraphy.
GARDASIL is also approved in the U.S. for use in boys and men ages 9 through 26 years of age for the prevention of genital warts (condylomata acuminata) caused by HPV types 6 and 11. THE MEDICAL NEWS
Caring about the consequences of events of which you disapproved does not imply support for those events.
Iron sucrose is a hematinic agent that was recently approved by the FDA for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients undergoing chronic hemodialysis who are receiving concomitant erythropoietin therapy.
An account must now be given of the eustyle, which is the most approved class, and is arranged on principles developed with a view to convenience, beauty, and strength. The Ten Books on Architecture
Most of you probably know that "formularies" are lists of drugs approved by health insurance companies for partial or full payment "under the terms and conditions of the coverage. Formulary Time: Parody of Auld Lang Syne and Invitation
At the shareholder meeting to approve the deal, they were bemoaning the loss of their 10% discount card. Times, Sunday Times
The complaints also seek to remove references to Lipitor in advertising materials and to eliminate computer links that misdirect patients to an illegal, unapproved product.
It approved a constitutional reform to make the members of the executive council direct representatives of their governments.
In the Spanish procedure a ratification of such an agreement has to be approved by both chambers of parliament before it is put to the signature of the King.
He had a troubled childhood, being frequently beaten by his father and uncles who disapproved of his artistic interests.
`I cannot say I approve of having such a desperado within the Town. THE RIVAL QUEENS: A COUNTESS ASHBY DE LA ZOUCHE MYSTERY
The first Order under this paragraph shall not be made unless a draft of the Order has been laid before and approved by resolution of each House of Parliament.
Antiandrogen treatment with drugs such as spironolactone and flutamide is effective in some patients, but is not approved by the FDA for the treatment of hair loss. Glenn D. Braunstein, M.D.: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
Where necessary to render harmless and carry away noxious or flammable gases, line brattice or other approved methods of ventilation shall be used so as to properly ventilate the face.
Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT), today announced the U.S. launch of the X-STOP PEEK IPD System, the first interspinous process decompression (IPD) device approved by the U.S. Health News from Medical News Today
While potassium bromate has not been banned in the U.S., the FDA discourages bakers from using it -- and at least one state, California, has approved a warning-label requirement that has led many bread makers to abandon the additive. Five Controversial Food Additives
It's the only regional conservatorium that is a registered training provider and offers full-time courses which are Austudy approved and VETAB accredited in both Music and Dance.
Despite this presidential warning shot, the Senate narrowly approved both amendments.
He knew Allison probably didn't approve of his leather coat.
They were conscious that he disapproved.
The majority of his appointees have been approved, and they have been approved with no public rancor or bitter political warfare.
Peers would then vote on whether to approve this sanction. Times, Sunday Times
Here Black brings the black warlord into play, unpins the g-pawn, and keeps the rook active - you can't expect more from one Fritz-unapproved move!
The bill does not require the outcomes of the operations of approved surgical facilities to be reported.
The session approved a draft Constitution which would be circulated for nationwide discussion.
The company's Queen's Award was approved by Her Majesty in April last year in acknowledgement of export excellence.
Agrippa, and the rest of his weeping friends earnestly besought him, osculantes obsecrarent ne id quod natura cogeret, ipse acceleraret, not to offer violence to himself, with a settled resolution he desired again they would approve of his good intent, and not seek to dehort him from it: and so constantly died, precesque eorum taciturna sua obstinatione depressit. Anatomy of Melancholy
No project approved under the new system is yet finished, and the process is still being tweaked.
_ -- Is the practice of _dimidiation_ approved of by modern heralds, and are examples of it common? Notes and Queries, Number 188, June 4, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
The Senate approved a different version of the bill without the amendment.
Working with MSV, CUSEC will manage and approve talk group participation by federal, tribal, state, and local public safety agencies, and appropriate private sector users with public safety missions.
I suppose every society needs its self-appointed professional disapprovers, but they really wouldn't be much fun to sit next to at a dinner party.
He also says a city inspector approved the building with the changes and never said anything about them.
The dissenting judgment of Geoffrey Lane L.J., which had applied the traditional collateral fact doctrine, was approved.
Parliament will soon be asked to approve measures to reform education, health, the criminal justice system and welfare provision.
Kromek , based in Sedgefield, Co Durham, the company has developed a smart scanner, approved for use in airports, which can identify liquids in bottles without the need to open them. The Guardian World News
Children must use an approved child restraint or adult seat belt.
It looked like the project was going to be approved, but the bean counters said it wasn't cost-effective.
However, the error rate in a genetically modified or cloned conceptus is potentially so high that such applications should never be approved by any science ethics committee.
Recently, the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) approved of the following changes to the ThM program (formerly known as the MTh program) at St. Vladimir's: News from SVOTS.Edu
He said that if the plans for the multi-storey were approved temporary car parking space would be required while construction is under way.
Parliament has approved a bill, proposed by Mr. Chen, that permits referendums on critical issues.
Rayosan, patented by Pailthorpe, is made from commercially available chemicals approved by international regulatory bodies.
I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.
In the Watergate scandal, obstruction of justice was number one in the articles of impeachment approved by the House Judiciary Committee.
The annual budget for the secretariat is approved by the board of governors in which the refurbishment was included. Times, Sunday Times
Congressional districts are redrawn through a bill approved in the Legislature.
The Administration proposed and the Senate approved a similar understanding in its resolution of ratification of the Convention against Torture.
The government refused to approve yesterday's civil union at City Hall because it said the couple had given ‘incorrect’ information during the prenuptial vetting process.
A new Constitution was overwhelmingly approved in a referendum on Dec. 23, 1990.
Haul paper containers to a sanitary landfill or burn them in an approved manner.
It also approved a relaxation of some of the conditions attached to its initial approval and this again favoured the developer.
Meanwhile, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee approved as-yet-unnumbered legislation to revamp health care, that also includes some parity protections.
Congress has approved the new publication laws.
They use the fingerprint scanner to approve payment to a contactless point. The Sun
In fact, the safety and effectiveness of Avandia is well characterised in the label approved by the FDA". Analysis
Alexander, disliking harsh measures, in 1863 approved a new set of university statutes.
I don't think anyone, in principle, disapproves of revenge when the punishment imposed on the perpetrator is exactly the appropriate amount. What's Wrong with REVENGE?, Bryan Caplan | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty
The board has mighty powers to reject or approve the proposed hike.
Surveys also have found that the percentage of parents who strongly disapprove of drinking has dropped.
Washington (CNN) - Sen. John McCain defended his state's controversial immigration law, arguing Monday on the Senate floor that Arizona needed to approve the tough new measure to ensure the safety of its citizens. McCain defends Arizona's immigration law
My parents, while they don't openly oppose my lifestyle, clearly disapprove.
The Medical Research Council said it could not approve the use of the new drug without further tests.
Defying the leaders of both political parties, moderates are asking voters to approve open primary elections for California.
He didn't approve of using illegal drugs, but he had no real stance on legalization of pot.
[A fumigant called MIDAS] was approved by EPA during the Bush administration despite the protests of many independent scientists, who sent a petition citing significant health concerns. ... Nancy Chuda: As TSCA Collapses, Toxic Baby Fights Back (VIDEO)
The scheme was approved by the Ministry of Housing.
IEEE standard for MANs (Metropolitan Area Networks). Formerly known as QPSX (Queued Packet and Synchronous Exchange), now known as DQDB (Distributed Queue Dual Bus). It was approved in 1990.
If approved by the House, the punishment would allow Gingrich to continue as speaker.
The Midrash then says that Hashem disapproves when Tzaddikim rest in this world.
The Prime Minister approved the request on 9 February 1962.
[Sidenote: Abuses to be prohibited.] (b) Communities like those of Central Africa, to be administered by the mandatary under conditions generally approved by the members of the World's War Events $v Volume 3 Beginning with the departure of the first American destroyers for service abroad in April, 1917, and closing with the treaties of peace in 1919.
The agency has been vilified by some doctors for being unnecessarily slow to approve life-saving drugs.
New drugs have been approved by the regulatory authority.
In Europe right now, they have two--four devices--actually, two were approved this week--for intervening on the aortic valve, minimally invasively, basically going through an artery in the leg and threading the replacement valve up through a catheter, into the heart. Class War Stories
For instance, the approved rates forsay Andheri (a suburb of Mumbai) is between Rs 7,000 - Analysis
Sometimes that means having company desktops locked down and administrative rights to laptops restricted so people cannot install unapproved software on the network.
She slightly disapproved of the way people go to funerals to be sociable. Times, Sunday Times
The written response was that the railings were not approved, and their immediate removal was required.
PLANNINGPlanning laws will be swept away in a bid to unleash a wave of housebuilding; councils will be allowed to keep more of the tax paid by local businesses, giving them an incentive to approve new development. Budget 2011: Osborne will ease the pain while keeping his cutting edge
Young, an audio fanatic, no doubt would approve of the Mobile Fidelity treatment.
It does not allow that subjects such as music or dancing be denied to pupils on the ground that some religious people disapprove. Times, Sunday Times
We regard this as a very serious breach of the standards of behaviour expected of approved persons. Times, Sunday Times
The Assembly approved the bill, AB 1542, on a 64-11 vote.
Tax relief is provided by the Revenue Commissioners in respect of expenditure incurred on the repair, maintenance or restoration of the approved building or garden.
Although I can't help admiring the man's courage, I do not approve of his methods.
The discovery that unapproved genetically modified seeds had been planted in a trial site in the UK should not really cause much surprise.
That way one can avoid the sick-making moment when the desire to protect starts to destroy: the smooth lawn that you're not allowed to play on; the window locked shut in case of burglars; the child prevented from learning from any adult who isn't government approved. Children don't require protection. They need to learn to trust intuition
Further, to hear what one approves serves the evangelizing instinct.
Meal fees: Wear Valley district councillors are being asked to approve increased charges for meals on wheels and luncheon clubs.
Only graduates majoring in movie directing have a chance of being assigned a directing job in one of the approved studios.
A budget for the memorial was approved by the City of Kaohsiung, a contractor was obtained and the construction of the memorial is scheduled to begin shortly. Never Forgotten Newsletter
In October Parliament approved a revision of the budget.
Legislative leaders, who approved modest increases in college funding in the last few years, could not be reached Friday.
Well, you know your father has never much approved of gambling, beyond what he calls a mild flutter; so when he found she was throwing away several thousands a year ---- Juggernaut
Software Approval Modules can only be approved via a package, not individually.
Mr Yeltsin repeated his threat that if parliament did not approve his version, he would take it to a referendum.
Congress approved most of the new powers.
There is almost certainly widespread illegal use as well as approved uses.
I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.
When the executor or administrator prepares accounts to be approved by the beneficiaries, heirs-at-law or the court, an application for compensation should be included.
The Majlis must approve the appointment of all members of the Council of Ministers.
The major focus of reform bills would require supermajorities of two-thirds or even three-fifths of voters to approve a constitutional amendment at the ballot box before it would become law.
On 8 April 1962, when ninety percent of metropolitan voters approved the Evian Accords, that overriding objective was finally achieved.
He had the ultimate power to approve the appointment of generals, admirals and prime ministers.
The tentative order divvies up the right to take off and land once per day on flights between the approved cities. DOT awards new Tokyo routes to Delta, American, Hawaiian
Until now, Goldman's Level 3 assets -- or illiquid, write-down-prone securities -- weren't increasing as much as at rivals such as o buy back the nonbank, aed commercial-paper holdings of most of its retail clients likely will mean an overall restructuring of the frozen 33 billion Canadian dollars (US$32. 5 billion) nonbank ABCP market will be approved at an April 25 investor vote. Worry Returns, Boosting Treasurys
A Wilson spokesman said the governor is reluctant to approve a state takeover of a federal responsibility.
Sushi platters are served by the dashing staff and music is an eclectic mix of ambient sounds that have probably been pre-approved by the owners.
We approve his plan, and he starts up with your money.
This unapproved, reckless deviation from the study protocol endangered lives, Kusel charges.
What you hear elsewhere regarding mantras, tantras, sadhana, spiritual advice and scriptures, report to him and accept only what is approved by your guru, and reject what is not.
The European Parliament approves the EU's budget, and co-decides most EU legislation with the Council of Ministers, which comprises the 15 member states.
At its most recent meeting, the City Council approved $30,000 for a system to "impound" groundwater in a 524-acre parcel near Pheasant Ridge. StarTribune.com rss feed
When I am maharanee," said Yasmini, "Tom Tripe shall have the title of sirdar, whether the English approve of it or not! Guns of the Gods
In this article, we'll go over the preliminary steps of getting pre-qualified and/or pre-approved for a mortgage, and then we examine the different types of lenders.
When she turned to face him, he got the distinct impression she approved of his stagecraft. WHOLE SECRET LOVE
Hutchinson is constrained by an Arkansas ballot initiative in his state to vote only for the term-limit measure voters there approved.
Everyone must approve the basic plan before the final details are drawn up.
It's his masterwork, a testament to his love affair and a journey into moral territories that his late wife could only have approved of.
To parse that statement - or at least understand "bioequivalence" - it is worth taking a step back to consider what a generic drug is and how it gets approved. NYT > Home Page
Or, while seeming in some way to agree with or approve of it, they subtly condemned. Mothers who Leave
But when Tabu-Tabu put up his hands after the most approved method of self-defense and dropped into a "crouch, Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates
In childhood photographs, while physically resembling Daisy, he had looked anxious, striving, as if already faintly disapproved of. THE GOLDEN LION
In one instance outraged neighbours fought back against plans approved by their council for a hideous burger bar on the town 's seafront. Times, Sunday Times
It is usually the responsibility of the engineer to approve the alternative offered by the contractor or to suggest a possible solution.
The criminal charge arose out of the fact that Vioxx had also been promoted as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis before being officially approved.
It is usually the responsibility of the engineer to approve the alternative offered by the contractor or to suggest a possible solution.
Unless both houses of parliament expressly disapprove within 12 months, the marriage may proceed.
At Johns Hopkins, Gregory Hager, a computer science professor who researches medical devices, is using the da Vinci Surgical System -- the only robot approved by the FDA to help perform minimally invasive surgery -- to deconstruct surgical procedures into measurable components and imitable parts. Playing doctor: Learning about slips of the knife better on 'patients' than patients
I knew my parents would disapprove, but I went anyway.
As if this were not sinister enough, the letter goes on to threaten that if the sub-postmaster is deemed not to have lied to his or her customers in the appropriate and approved manner their compensation package would be at risk. Archive 2007-07-29
Making a difference Students can suggest ideas for change and generally they are approved by the university. Times, Sunday Times
Everyone knows butterbeer was approved by J.K. Rowling, so people want to taste it and see if their tastebuds match up," said Travers. Butterbeer Is Wildly Popular At 'Harry Potter' Themepark
Exceed estimated defray, want to report headquarters to examine and approve.
But he said he did not approve of the Libyan decision to televise the death. Obama Talks Gadhafi, Jobs on 'Tonight Show'
To be disapproved, that is, when the word condemns them, either as touching the faith or the holiness of the gospel; the which they must needs be, that are void of spiritual and heavenly judgment in the mysteries of the kingdom; Works of John Bunyan — Volume 02
In a news release yesterday, Lingle said the state will ask federal Bankruptcy Judge Lloyd King not to approve the shutdown of Aloha's interisland and transpacific flight operations. Aloha Air halting passenger service after 62 years
He strongly disapproved of the way his daughter was behaving.
This medicinal product is for diagnostic use only and the approved indication is scintigraphic imaging, in conjunction with other appropriate imaging modalities, for determining the location of inflammation/infection in peripheral bone in adults with suspected osteomyelitis. Undefined
Traders had thought the Food and Drug Administration, which is testing imports for a fungicide not approved for use on oranges domestically, might prohibit shipments. FDA Says No Ban on Orange-Juice Imports
In fact, children of the famous are more likely to be critically pasted rather than approved, and the more successful the parent, the tougher it will be on their offspring.
To those who will miss honey, follow this recipe: one glass of corn syrup, stir in 10 mL of FDA approved E160b food colorant, then go refill your squeezy bear. Ned Goldreyer: Requiem for a Bee
A similar plan offered by a shareholder rights group was approved by shareholders last year, but rejected by the board.
The US Senate last month approved language that would ban downer animals from being used in the human food supply, but the measure was dropped from a final bill because of House opposition.
It takes the Air Force Personnel Center four to six weeks to approve or disapprove applications.
Most other people would be pretty well-advised to stay away, unless you're desperately seeking an indie-approved gateway into the world of lite FM.
He said: 'I disapprove of that immensely. The Sun
Tansy didn't approve of me one little bit, what with being from the circus and not paying for it.
Her solicitor - partly responsible for keeping the 24 year-old's spirits high - approves of the abasement and thus advertises to the world that here is a penitent woman.
Alas, the supes apparently failed to see that editorial, and voted to approve the changes.
Planners have approved the building of 27 new homes to replace four detached houses in an exclusive leafy enclave.
I posted a link to teh start, but it is being approved hay cheezes! itz a link to ur own site. prolly oks, kthx Invisible volleyball serve - Lolcats 'n' Funny Pictures of Cats - I Can Has Cheezburger?
Whenever others disapprove of you, you must disregard them and be the only one to judge your own decisions and actions. Amy Tan
Support for comprehensive schools is weakest among the over 65s, of whom only 60 % approve of the principle.
However, if the foreigner or the stateless person is a near relative of the defendant, and is appointed as the defender by the defendant in criminal cases, the People's count may approve.
The mayor and Board of Supervisors must approve a new budget by July 1.
But then, in the late 1980s, credit reports went automated, allowing card companies to send out their first deluge of "preapproved" card offers. StarTribune.com rss feed
If your Majesty considers it fitting to approve this so useful and even so necessary proposition, your bishop is of the opinion, as he has already intimated, that the see of the new bishopric can be determined, and that it may be entitled the bishopric of Panay or of Jaro -- which is a well-populated village, as I have said above. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 28 of 55 1637-38 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing t
There was, in short, an "aggiornamento," and this term explains the event well, with the combination of "nova et vetera," of fidelity and openness, as demonstrated moreover by the texts approved at the Council - all the texts. A Timely Re-Read on a Critique of a Particular, and Popular, Hermeneutic of Vatican II
_ -- Chrysocolla, which appears to have been green carbonate of copper, or malachite (green verditer), was the green most approved of by the ancients; there was also an artificial kind which was made from clay impregnated with sulphate of copper (blue vitriol) rendered green by a yellow dye. Museum of Antiquity A Description of Ancient Life
The marriage was finally approved, but the bride was married with neither of her parents at her side.
She thought for a moment and then approved.
If approved, they would be piloted through Parliament by finance minister Tom McCabe, although he will face opposition from Labour's Liberal Democrat coalition partners, who favour a local income tax.
A former CIA director has exclusively told ITV News that torture is condoned and even approved by HIS government.
One long-term lifer, a woman in fact, told me once that she never met a lifer in her time in prison who didn't approve of capital punishment.
This assessment, however, was disputed in the airline's board approved strategic plan, which valued the duty-free operations at less than US $3 million.
The House panel's resolution, approved on a 23-22 vote, faces an uncertain future in Congress. But it nonetheless could damage U.
The Ministry of Personnel turned it down, but the emperor himself approved it. 113 Ningzhou (department) was initially under direct administration, however, a native chieftain bribed Liu Jin, the influential eunuch, and a native subprefect was resumed that eventually would be abolished in 1522.114 Between Winds and Clouds: The Making of Yunnan (Second Century BCE to Twentieth Century CE)
The audiences boo and hiss jokes and opinions of which they disapprove (which are very often jokes and opinions advancing a perspective friendly to the policies of the current Administration) and react with glee and approval to the sauciest of the jokes and opinions with which they agree (which are very often jokes and opinions critical of the policies of the current Administration). Is That Legal?: October 2007 Archives
Approved headings are listed in bold type, such as Art, Children as artists.
Accordingly he repaired to the Hotel de Ville, and gave to the Municipal Council so distinct an account of his measures, and of his reason for taking them, that, though Danton and some of his more factious colleagues reproached him for exhibiting what they called a needless distrust of the people, the majority of the Council approved of his conduct, and dismissed him to return to his duties. The Life of Marie Antoinette

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