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appear

Definition for appear

verb as in seem

Strongest match

occur

Strong matches

resemble, sound

verb as in be obvious, clear

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“This appears to be an unfortunate medical episode, and our thoughts go out the family,” Sutter wrote.

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Sanders stays on the move, with his walking appearing a bit more labored as practice continues.

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When police first approached the home, it appeared that there was no one there, he said.

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Mr Comey appeared in good spirits as he entered the courtroom on Wednesday, chatting with his attorneys and making jokes.

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The couple's eldest son, 26-year-old Brooklyn, gets a few mentions in the show and appears briefly.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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