Question

1. As the New Year approaches us with hopes anew, here is to wishing you and your family a wonderful year ahead.

2. As the New Year dawns, I hope it is filled with the promises of a brighter tomorrow. Happy New Year!

[Thank yu for your help. What is the meaning of 'as' in each number?]
a. accoring as
b. when or while
c. because
d. etc.

Answer 1

Any of the above! While, because, as it is happening, as I explained before. "According as" doesn't make much sense, but the idea is there.

Answer 2

Reed is correct.