With the approaching deadline, we need to work harder to finish the project on time.
The dark clouds indicated an approaching storm, so we decided to stay indoors.
I could hear approaching footsteps in the hallway, but no one was there when I opened the door.
I saw an approaching car in the distance, its headlights getting brighter as it neared.
With the leaves changing colors, it was clear that approaching winter was just around the corner.