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approaching

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Definitions

adj.

Coming nearer in time or space; forthcoming.

即将到来的,接近的

n.

The act of coming closer; an approach.

接近,靠近

adv.

Nearly; almost.

将近,几乎

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
apto, toward
+
proachnear, close
+
ingcontinuous / action of
=approaching

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The approaching winter made people prepare firewood and warm clothing.

  • 2.

    She could hear approaching footsteps in the hallway outside.

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