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
Her work in music was limited to occasionally singing at church and appearing on a 1987 album by San Francisco band, Zero.
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Meanwhile, Ladd was amassing dozens of television credits, appearing on such series as The Detectives, Naked City, 77 Sunset Strip, Perry Mason, Hazel, The Fugitive, Ironside and Then Came Bronson.
—Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
The moon illusion gives sky gazers the best chance to observe the full supermoon appearing bigger and brighter than typical, according to Time and Date.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
And with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s contract appearing to be more of an obstacle, the Dolphins have to be careful with their contracts in the immediate future.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
This leads to the moon appearing slightly larger and brighter than a typical full moon.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Williams was remanded in custody after appearing in court on Monday.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In short, you probably won’t be jailed for wearing a hoodie, but appearing on camera in something inappropriate or revealing can carry real legal consequences.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2025
One of the nuns was allegedly killed by a demon appearing as a nun, and the other died by suicide to avoid being possessed by the evil force.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Meanwhile, Ladd was amassing dozens of television credits, appearing on such series as The Detectives, Naked City, 77 Sunset Strip, Perry Mason, Hazel, The Fugitive, Ironside and Then Came Bronson.
—Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 3 Nov. 2025
The moon illusion gives sky gazers the best chance to observe the full supermoon appearing bigger and brighter than typical, according to Time and Date.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
And with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s contract appearing to be more of an obstacle, the Dolphins have to be careful with their contracts in the immediate future.
—Jeff Howe, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
This leads to the moon appearing slightly larger and brighter than a typical full moon.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Williams was remanded in custody after appearing in court on Monday.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In short, you probably won’t be jailed for wearing a hoodie, but appearing on camera in something inappropriate or revealing can carry real legal consequences.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2025
One of the nuns was allegedly killed by a demon appearing as a nun, and the other died by suicide to avoid being possessed by the evil force.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearing
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The end result promptly went viral on TikTok, with thousands of people commenting on videos showing the cast’s bows on Saturday at the Savoy Theatre in London.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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The user shared another clip in the thread that followed, showing the G1 breaking into a room like a burglar, shattering a glass door.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Nov. 2025
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When the Creature comes astonishingly to life, though not exactly as planned, Victor is entranced for all of about five minutes before seeming to lose interest.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
28 Oct. 2025
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Travis Kelce is 36 years old now and in the final season of his current contract after seeming profoundly conflicted about returning early in the offseason.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Oct. 2025
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Even parents who don’t trail physically are finding new ways to insert themselves into the college experience—starting with dorm rooms, as The Atlantic has reported.—
Russell Shaw,
The Atlantic,
2 Nov. 2025
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With Rico Dowdle starting at running back for the first time since Week 6, Carolina’s offense was able to move the ball effectively on the ground, even with a makeshift offensive line missing multiple starters.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Nov. 2025
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After arriving at the residential property, a woman, who was not publicly identified, rushed toward him while carrying the limp baby in her arms.—
Jillian Frankel,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Rinna, for her part, dug into the archives, arriving in a black vintage Versace dress with cutouts on the sides.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Their relationship is also unfolding against the backdrop of weakening Senate norms that in the past forced some semblance of bipartisanship.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Oct. 2025
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Offering strikingly intimate access to a real, unfolding love triangle, the film documents all sides of what is usually kept behind closed doors.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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Guests looking to relive their childhood days at the arcade can enjoy a dozen pinball machines, racing games, air hockey, Skee Ball and Guitar Hero, just to name a few.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Oct. 2025
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That might frustrate viewers looking for a more straightforward arc of political awakening leading to some self-sacrificing action heroics on Adelaida’s part.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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In 2022, Fox Weather had reported that United Airlines would abandon its request for passengers to open window shades upon landing after quietly beginning to encourage it in 2020.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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That has led to Adebayo beginning this season with fewer shots coming from around the rim and significantly more shots coming from three-point range.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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For one particular part of the American economy that’s been hurting the most from the resurgent trade war with China, the agreement may be coming too late.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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There are eight Power 4 jobs available before November, and there will likely be more added to the list in the coming weeks.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Appearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearing. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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