I hope that these arrangements 'meet with your approval'. [=I hope that these arrangements are acceptable to you; I hope that you approve of these arrangements]
The governor's 'approval rating' with the voters is going up. [=a larger number of voters say that the governor is doing a good job]
The company is seeking 'approval' of the drug [=is seeking official permission to sell the drug] as a treatment for cancer.
(..) I really haven't the time, Doctor. If you'll kindly excuse me. Edwards. You cannot change treatment on one of my patients without my prior approval. To do so is nothing less than a breach of medical ethics. - Which patient are you... - Miss Gibson. Which is she? (..)2014 TvShow: The Knick Title: The Golden Lotus Season: 1 Episode 9