aproximarse a

A pronominal verb phrase combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and always uses a reflexive pronoun. (e.g., Se dio cuenta del problema.)
pronominal verb phrase
a. to approach
Los coches de carrera deben reducir la velocidad cuando se aproximan a boxes.The racing cars must reduce their speed when they approach the pits.
b. to near
El helicóptero se aproxima a la zona de aterrizaje.The helicopter is nearing the landing area.
a. to be close to
El dinero que ofrecen por nuestro coche no se aproxima para nada a lo que pedimos.The money they’re offering for our car isn’t close enough to our asking price.
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