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approach

/əˈprəʊtʃ/
CEFR B2IELTS 6.0+noun;verbDifficulty 3/5
Definition

A way of doing something; to move closer to something.

In simple English

A method; or to come near.

See it in a sentence

This approach can help students improve their writing.

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Teacher tip

Approach is excellent for essays: a practical approach, a new approach, a balanced approach.

Common mistake

Don’t say: approach to solve. Say: an approach to solving.

Common collocations

practical approach

A practical approach can save time.

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