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appear

[uh-peer] / əˈpɪər /


VERB
be obvious, clear
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WEAK




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“It doesn’t appear that he’s impacted the political underpinnings of a deep blue city like Los Angeles,” Schnur said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The new model does appear to be more powerful than previous generations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

However, simulator tests, the results of which have been shared with the BBC, appear to demonstrate that it would actually need 14-18 seconds.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A buzzing noise in her ears would appear and become more noticeable whenever she felt tired.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The little gray dots appear, and Madi texts again.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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