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as in looks
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the dignified appearance of this church leader the country club's manicured lawns and well-groomed appearance in general
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as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication
can't you at least give the appearance of listening to what I say?
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as in arrivals
the act of coming upon a scene
his appearance at the party caused considerable speculation
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Recent Examples of appearances
This year’s event will be hosted by none other than Doja Cat, whose penchant for archival couture is well-documented in her headline-making red carpet appearances.
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Minty Mellon, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Timo Werner, who had an assist in each of his first two appearances, made his first career start for San Jose.
—Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
The Panthers have 12 regional semifinal appearances since their last title in 2008.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2026
Keller, Slaten and Olds made hitless appearances of an inning apiece.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Afrifa's helper was first this season and his second in 39 appearances.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Magno has 15 goals in 86 appearances with the club.
—CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Several area teams like Texas Tech, Texas and TCU will make appearances in the NCAA men’s and women’s tournaments.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
Her work is thoughtful, emotionally aware, and concept-driven, using photography as a means to explore memory, intimacy, and meaning rather than simply capturing appearances.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Minty Mellon, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Timo Werner, who had an assist in each of his first two appearances, made his first career start for San Jose.
—Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
The Panthers have 12 regional semifinal appearances since their last title in 2008.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2026
Keller, Slaten and Olds made hitless appearances of an inning apiece.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Afrifa's helper was first this season and his second in 39 appearances.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Magno has 15 goals in 86 appearances with the club.
—CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Several area teams like Texas Tech, Texas and TCU will make appearances in the NCAA men’s and women’s tournaments.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
Her work is thoughtful, emotionally aware, and concept-driven, using photography as a means to explore memory, intimacy, and meaning rather than simply capturing appearances.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearances
Noun
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Sign up to vote for the best looks at the Oscars!—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 Mar. 2026
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For older teen girls and young women, striking the balance between fun, youthful looks and sophistication for the growing woman is important.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Tears streamed from the faces of many audience members, from the opening credits to the closing slate, a testament to the emotion elicited by Wilson’s persona.—
Ian Dille,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
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With six new faces already set to join the roster, GM Dan Morgan, football operations exec Brandt Tilis and head coach Dave Canales will need to keep tinkering with their roster ahead of April’s NFL Draft.—
Mike Kaye
Updated March 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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Recent arrivals from the island in recent years have also described to the Herald being targeted for opposing the government or extreme poverty driving them to leave.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Commuters delicately time their schedules around train departures and arrivals.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2026
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Both are strong presences in the run game, hopefully putting an end to the Rams’ struggles against outside zone.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
9 Mar. 2026
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The challenges ahead will be in balancing those industrial sites with new residential, entertainment and commercial presences.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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Through intimate observational footage, letters read in voiceover, archival footage of their lives before the war, De Pue shows the devastating and lasting effects of war on the lives of the protagonists.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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Pistole also warned that extended shutdowns can have permanent and lasting effects on the workforce.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Spotify claims those who aren’t household names can earn six figures, with more than 1,500 artists earning $1 million last year.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Pay a little more, and kids can sign up for craft sessions to make dream catchers or paint ceramic Boholano figures.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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In Corpus’ lawsuit against the county, San Mateo County Superior Court ruled last year that the county waived its privilege claims over Cordell’s billing records by publicly releasing her report — which contained her findings and impressions of witnesses.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The point is to look beyond those first impressions and see the possibility of something better.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2026
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The attitudes of Wyoming’s wildlife authorities appear to be shifting as well.—
Wendy Keefover,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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How this shapes political attitudes, empathy and prevention outcomes remains underexplored.—
Arnaud Kurze,
The Conversation,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Appearances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearances. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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