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The application was approved by the director.
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The application was approved by the director.
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How to use in different contexts
Giving News
Good news! The application was approved by the director.
Formal Announcement
We are pleased to announce that the application has been approved by the director.
Reporting Progress
The application process is complete; the director approved the application.
Explaining a Decision
The project can proceed because the application was approved by the director.
Rephrased versions
Informal
The director okayed the application.
Passive Voice (Alternative)
The director gave the application the go-ahead.
More Detailed
The director reviewed and subsequently approved the application.
Phrases to learn
approved by the director
Officially accepted or sanctioned by the director.
application was approved
The request or proposal was granted.