superficially
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Adrift, alone and haunted by guilt about that incident in her past, she becomes hypnotized by Peter’s superficially rational-sounding ideas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 9, 2026
In the early 20th century, totalitarianism was best known in countries that had superficially been modernized, but remained regressive in crucial ways.
From Salon ● Jun. 22, 2025
The statement said the the property "appeared to have been searched superficially" and cash was found in the couple's bedroom.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2025
In part, this is because it makes sense, superficially.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 8, 2025
It was like a persistent, deep hammer thud more than the bright, sharp clarity when you cut yourself superficially.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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