to approach, to bring closer
1. to move something or someone closer in space or distance
He approached the door slowly.
Ele se aproximou da porta lentamente.
2. to bring two things or people closer together
The negotiations helped approximate the two sides.
As negociações ajudaram a aproximar os dois lados.
3. to come near in time or in a figurative sense
The deadline is approaching.
O prazo está se aproximando.
4. to be similar to or resemble
This approximates the original design.
Isto se aproxima do design original.
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