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appear

[uh-peer] / əˈpɪər /


VERB
be obvious, clear
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK




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Even places that appear to be benefiting from the inflows, like Zug—nearly 60% of immigrants to Switzerland have college degrees, and the vast majority are from the EU—are having doubts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Photos appear to show that roads have been cleared of debris at Tabriz missile base.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 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

He had the body of a gray hare and was as tall as Danny, but the great antlers that sprouted from his temples made him appear much taller.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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