as in seemingly
to all outward appearances
apparently, the kids didn't know the cake was for the potluck, since they helped themselves to it
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Recent Examples of apparently
But the large protest apparently did not deter federal officers from operating in the city.
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Rebecca Santana, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
Its leader fled by boat and then plane, apparently to Abu Dhabi, according to Saudi officials.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 9 Jan. 2026
And that’s what it’s geared for, apparently—making cocktails, like a colorless version of an espresso martini—although it can also be sipped neat or over ice.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Time does not apparently fly for Rams star receiver Davante Adams.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Santana, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
Its leader fled by boat and then plane, apparently to Abu Dhabi, according to Saudi officials.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 9 Jan. 2026
And that’s what it’s geared for, apparently—making cocktails, like a colorless version of an espresso martini—although it can also be sipped neat or over ice.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Time does not apparently fly for Rams star receiver Davante Adams.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for apparently
Adverb
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As usual, Coon thrives in ambiguity, layering a seemingly straightforward woman with depth.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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Good briefly put the vehicle in reverse, then shifted into drive and hit the gas, with the wheels seemingly turned to the right instead of directly ahead toward Ross.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The most famous, perhaps, was of lung cancer patient David Prueitt, who swallowed a supposedly lethal dose of medication and awoke three days later.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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But as Robby is (supposedly) on his way out, some fresh faces are navigating their very first day in the fray of the Pitt.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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In the 12 and a half years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired and the two since Sir Jim Ratcliffe assumed control of the club’s football operations, United have evidently not become a better football club.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Her purchase evidently did not yield snake oil.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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But for now, the people holding the guns and ostensibly running the country are not her supporters, but Nicolás Maduro's.—
Duarte Dias,
CBS News,
5 Jan. 2026
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Patience is ostensibly a requirement for 21st century Dolphins fans, and more again will be needed.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Additionally, the film will finally unite the Avengers with several actors from Fox's X-Men films, which took place in a separate universe that will presumably crash into Disney's MCU.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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He’s been spotted in the Bay Area, living his life, presumably enjoying the microclimates and the ability to put the pedal to the metal on Tasman Drive.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The prioritization for that new safety should probably be in coverage skills, because Moehrig and Ransom are known more for their run-stopping and tackling prowesses.—
Mike Kaye
January 12,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Some of these trends have come back around for today’s teens, while others, like Blockbuster, are probably going to remain trapped in the past for good.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
11 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Cleverley said the first floor of the building will likely house the ICCU branch, a couple of restaurants, and possibly a coffee shop.—
Mark Dee
January 13,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Jan. 2026
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The Pentagon would likely want to move additional assets to the area to help protect those troops against possible retaliatory strikes.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Apparently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/apparently. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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