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appear

[uh-peer] / əˈpɪər /


VERB
be obvious, clear
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK




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But the ambition and scale of these latest productions - which have been widely shared across social media - appear to have ramped up this time around.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Last week’s falls appear fueled by a shift in sentiment, underscored by bitcoin-hoarding firm Strategy selling bitcoin holdings for the first time since 2022, ActivTrades analyst Carolane de Palmas says in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

In any case, the bills appear unlikely to become law soon.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

I’ve returned, spending time with friends, exploring neighborhoods, enjoying the parks and marveling at the lakes that seem to appear around every corner.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Nevertheless, I batted my eyes and waved my dainty black fan at my four companions, trying hard to appear like I was enjoying their company.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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