appear to be

Example Sentences

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She’s racked up hundreds of miles, all of which appear to be in service of one thing: finding a mate to settle down with.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

While the S&P 500 does not appear to be in a bubble currently, a handful of specific industries may well be.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

A tooth infection may appear to be a small, localized problem, but researchers are finding that its effects can spread throughout the body.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Some of the letters appear to be applications for membership in the ruling Workers’ Party—a ticket to better jobs and a higher social standing, had the soldiers survived the war and returned home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

He didn’t appear to be paying much heed to the sermon.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver