1
as in showing
to come into view
a police car appeared just as I ran a red light
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2
as in seeming
to give the impression of being
it appears that he doesn't hear you
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3
as in starting
to come into existence
the benefits of the exercise program should appear almost immediately
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4
as in arriving
to get to a destination
a friend who daily manages to appear at our door just as dinner is being served
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Recent Examples of appearing
The trucks' driver doors were open and two people were seen at the rear of the trailers, appearing to be moving items between the trailers, according to an affidavit filed after the incident.
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Christina Hall, Freep.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The classic Big Dipper asterism in Ursa Major was another easy target, with all seven points of light appearing clear against the night sky despite some light pollution over the city.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The Welsh actor became a sitcom stalwart in the ’60s, appearing on everything from The Andy Griffith Show (1963–1965) to Hogan’s Heroes (1965–1970).
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025
That idea became the backbone of OSEA, with undaria algae (a mineral-rich seaweed rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and firming benefits) appearing in so many of its formulations.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, appearing on Fox News, again blamed Democrats for refusing to vote to reopen the government and made the case that funding had to come from Congress.
—Michelle L. Price, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
These satellite images from late October appearing to show bodies in the streets and bloodstains on the ground, gruesome signs of the atrocities visible from space.
—ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
Branding is kept subtle, with Horween’s stamp appearing only on the inner lining and hangtag.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 8 Nov. 2025
Her work in music was limited to occasionally singing at church and appearing on a 1987 album by San Francisco band, Zero.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Christina Hall, Freep.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The classic Big Dipper asterism in Ursa Major was another easy target, with all seven points of light appearing clear against the night sky despite some light pollution over the city.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
The Welsh actor became a sitcom stalwart in the ’60s, appearing on everything from The Andy Griffith Show (1963–1965) to Hogan’s Heroes (1965–1970).
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025
That idea became the backbone of OSEA, with undaria algae (a mineral-rich seaweed rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and firming benefits) appearing in so many of its formulations.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 Nov. 2025
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, appearing on Fox News, again blamed Democrats for refusing to vote to reopen the government and made the case that funding had to come from Congress.
—Michelle L. Price, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
These satellite images from late October appearing to show bodies in the streets and bloodstains on the ground, gruesome signs of the atrocities visible from space.
—ABC News, 9 Nov. 2025
Branding is kept subtle, with Horween’s stamp appearing only on the inner lining and hangtag.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 8 Nov. 2025
Her work in music was limited to occasionally singing at church and appearing on a 1987 album by San Francisco band, Zero.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearing
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Some policymakers have expressed hesitancy to but based on data showing inflation remains well above the Fed’s 2% target, while others in favor of lowering rates fear further labor market deterioration.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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The driver gets a 5-inch color dash showing key data such a remaining battery, drive mode, speed and more.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Nov. 2025
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Smith’s Charlie is seen as the new Henley (Fisher), seeming content out of the spotlight until taking centerstage.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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In the 10 years since setting up shop, the women have risen to become the most powerful divorce lawyers in Los Angeles, possibly the country, albeit while seeming to do very little actual lawyering.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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So commences a night of harrowing encounters and trauma both physical and mental, starting with Ron and Mike’s trip to meet Oliver at a bar after one of his shows.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Place water and rum in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH until starting to bubble, about 1 minute.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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White South Africans, whose roots can be traced to settlers arriving under Dutch and British colonial rule, dominated the country through a system of racial segregation known as apartheid from 1948 until its abolishment in the early 1990s.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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And yes, all of the women — including Bronwyn, who’s arriving late but will still be attending despite all of the rumors and headlines about her old legal woes.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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But for most Palestinians, de-facto annexation is already unfolding daily.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Drama is unfolding behind the scenes of Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The British company Lumie, which specializes in modern-looking light-therapy lamps, recently launched the Lumie Dash ($225), a compact, ten-thousand-lux model that comes in friendly colors like terra-cotta and pistachio.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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In the meantime, the day-to-day work is on us—looking at our money honestly, making strategic moves, and refusing to let an unfair system keep us from building something better for ourselves and the next generation.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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But while the plants are generating increasingly widespread enthusiasm, dark events are beginning to overshadow the news.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Some Americans are beginning to see this month's SNAP food benefits restored.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Butler had been allowed supervised visitation every Saturday and, according to court records, was expected to gain unsupervised visitation rights in the coming weeks.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The two companies, which share similar brand- and consumer-focused philosophies, are increasingly coming into direct competition as Ralph Lauren builds in handbags, Coach’s bread-and-butter business.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Appearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearing. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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