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as in pretense
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
tried to project some semblance of confidence even though public speaking terrified her
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a used-car dealer with only a semblance of honesty
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Recent Examples of semblance
But acknowledging a right to review is not the same as providing it, and the Administration has seemed almost frantic to deny any semblance of due process to those being targeted for removal.
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Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 25 May 2025
Perhaps that will be enough to muster up some semblance of fight in these suddenly quite tame pack of Wolves.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 May 2025
So long as Netanyahu refuses to go along with any of Trump’s grand diplomatic initiatives, which might require him to end the Gaza war or entertain some semblance of Palestinian statehood, Israel has nothing to give Trump other than symbolic trinkets.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 22 May 2025
The Celtics desperately needed Kristaps Porziņģis to shake off this virus that has plagued him and just look like a semblance of a unicorn again.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 25 May 2025
Perhaps that will be enough to muster up some semblance of fight in these suddenly quite tame pack of Wolves.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 May 2025
So long as Netanyahu refuses to go along with any of Trump’s grand diplomatic initiatives, which might require him to end the Gaza war or entertain some semblance of Palestinian statehood, Israel has nothing to give Trump other than symbolic trinkets.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 22 May 2025
The Celtics desperately needed Kristaps Porziņģis to shake off this virus that has plagued him and just look like a semblance of a unicorn again.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for semblance
Noun
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Perhaps Posey will look into that now that the pretense of the campaign has been lost.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
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UConn is already closing small classes and programs on the pretense of efficiency, while asking faculty to teach increasingly larger classes.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2025
Noun
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As many as 3,000 people showed up outside Medinah Temple to contest an appearance by Anita Bryant, a singer and orange juice spokesperson who led a successful drive to repeal a gay rights ordinance in Dade County, Florida. 1981: Nobel Peace Prize winner Mother Teresa visited Chicago.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Over a seven-year career, Civale has made 122 appearances—all as a starting pitcher—with a 4.06 ERA.—
Daniel R. Epstein,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Drop the facade to create space for genuine connection.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The damage to the facade appears mostly cosmetic, but the threat to the priceless VHS tapes, DVDs, Blu-rays, and more media locked inside was enough to close the shop for several days.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Appleton was found dead in his truck with a gunshot to the side of his head and face.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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Her poise in the face of cold windy weather and a volatile opponent helped propel Gauff to victory.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Noun
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This tactic is sometimes used to justify letting an employee go under the guise of poor performance.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The designer, known for his maximalist, gender-fluid creations, sees his role as providing a bridge to allow people to explore apparently imaginary identities by slipping into new guises.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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That gives the impression, in the stage production, that Clooney’s Murrow is going toe to toe with the real-life McCarthy.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
7 June 2025
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On social media, comments, shares and saves can be more impactful than impressions.—
Andrea Aker,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Vega plays two shows in Connecticut this week: June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Ridgefield Playhouse ($70-$76; ridgefieldplayhouse.org) then on June 17 at 8 p.m. at Infinity Music Hall Hartford ($60.82-$108.24; infinityhall.com).—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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The Army has said the parade could cost up to $45 million, according to ABC News, and will include about 6,700 soldiers, dozens of tanks and military vehicles, eight marching bands, dozens of horses and a concluding fireworks show for Trump’s birthday celebration.—
Yezen Saadah,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Future studies with more participants—measuring the long-term effects of these diets—are needed to determine who benefits the most from each one.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
14 June 2025
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The advisory is in effect until 11 p.m. Ways to stay safe during a flood according to the NWS For either residents or campers of flood-prone, low-lying areas, take immediate action and seek higher ground.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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“Semblance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semblance. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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