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appear

[uh-peer] / əˈpɪər /


VERB
be obvious, clear
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK




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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

Appealing does appear to pay off: Of the 18% of patients who did appeal, nearly all of them were able to overturn the initial denial of skilled nursing care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

He didn’t even appear to have a campaign manager.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The comedian swaps Clydebank for the Copacabana in search of 'jogo bonito' and meets the legendary Cafu - the only man to appear in three successive World Cup finals.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Maggie tried not to appear too eager, but she took a big drink.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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