approach · verb /əˈproʊtʃ/
approach (COME CLOSE)
B2 I or T to come close in distance or time
Dictionary examples:
The train was approaching the station.
Christmas is fast approaching.
Learner example:
I decided to approach the house since the situation looked very strange for me. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)
approach (DEAL WITH)
B2 T to deal with something
Dictionary example:
I'm not sure how to approach the problem.
Learner example:
This is the right way to approach the issue. (First Certificate in English; B2; Portuguese)
approach · noun /əˈproʊtʃ/
approach (METHOD)
B2 C a way of doing something
Dictionary examples:
In Sweden they have a different approach to the problem.
I thought we'd adopt/take a new approach.
Learner example:
This will show the contrast in teaching methods, different approaches to students and [the] techniques used by different teachers. (First Certificate in English; B2; Russian)
approach (COMING CLOSER)
B2 U when something or someone gets nearer in distance or time
Dictionary examples:
The siren signaled the approach of an ambulance.
Please fasten your seat belts, the plane is now making its final approach (in)to Heathrow Airport.
