in appearance

phrase

: in the way one looks
He is still very youthful in appearance.

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There are more signs of something nefarious in the book, as the demon is more avian in appearance, has less steady facial features, carries a putrid smell and an essence that causes some people to cough. — William Earl, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026 Replacing multiple windows at once can also provide greater consistency in appearance and performance than completing replacements individually over time. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026 The Luce model, Ferrari's first-ever five-seater car, marked a stark shift in appearance from the iconic brand's traditional sports cars. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026 The pieces were relatively understated in appearance, although there’s nothing particularly subtle about the size of her engagement ring. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in appearance

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“In appearance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20appearance. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

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