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semblance

[sem-bluhns] / ˈsɛm bləns /


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Lorre says that back then, he had a semblance of an idea for a show, but it wasn’t fully formed.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

While any semblance of normal life has been shattered for some, it is tentatively resuming for others.

From Barron's Jul. 11, 2026

For some women, choosing to shave their hair before it falls out becomes a way of taking back a semblance of control in their life.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

Ramping up Middle East crude production alone is going to take three to four months, “just to return to any semblance of normal,” Lipow said.

From MarketWatch Jun. 1, 2026

“Granted the semblance of life by a powerful enchanter. Hugo was donated to the preserve a couple hundred years ago.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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