- present tense form of appear (3rd person singular).
appears
Example Sentences
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However, no one appears to be expecting major breakthroughs, given the lack of confirmation for formal talks with Iran during the event.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
Researchers found that the human brain appears to combine two ancient nervous systems.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 21, 2026
Action is unlikely before the CAA's report appears, and today's events do not appear to have changed that.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
This would be less of an issue if you actually liked this friend as much as she appears to like — or want to be friends with — you.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 21, 2026
The gate squeaks open, and Celia appears with her lunch bag.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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