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
Desert gold and brown-eyed primrose are appearing near Ashford Mill, along with sand verbena and fivespot.
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Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
He’s spent the past three seasons with the team, appearing in 46 games (10 starts).
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Although efforts to stop the measure from appearing on the ballot on April 21 have failed, the state Supreme Court has already said the legal determination of whether the amendment is constitutional will be decided in court after voting has taken place.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Mar. 2026
Carter has been in and out of coach Doug Christie rotation this season, appearing in only 26 games.
—March 10, Sacbee.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Briefly appearing in a TikTok video about the new MacBook Neo, a brand-new, rotund character based on Apple's iconic Finder application, the file manager on Apple computers, is taking the internet by storm.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
The race to fill the high-profile void Greene leaves behind as having been one of the most aggressive attack dogs of the MAGA movement is crowded, with more than a dozen candidates appearing on the ballot in a special election on Tuesday -- the majority of whom are Republicans.
—Halle Troadec, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
After weeks of hard-fought — at times nasty — campaigning, Boca Raton residents had their say on Tuesday, reflected in the relatively large numbers of voters appearing at the polls to shape the city’s future.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Heeseung debuted as a member of ENHYPEN in November 2020 after appearing on the survival audition program I-LAND.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
He’s spent the past three seasons with the team, appearing in 46 games (10 starts).
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Although efforts to stop the measure from appearing on the ballot on April 21 have failed, the state Supreme Court has already said the legal determination of whether the amendment is constitutional will be decided in court after voting has taken place.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Mar. 2026
Carter has been in and out of coach Doug Christie rotation this season, appearing in only 26 games.
—March 10, Sacbee.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Briefly appearing in a TikTok video about the new MacBook Neo, a brand-new, rotund character based on Apple's iconic Finder application, the file manager on Apple computers, is taking the internet by storm.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
The race to fill the high-profile void Greene leaves behind as having been one of the most aggressive attack dogs of the MAGA movement is crowded, with more than a dozen candidates appearing on the ballot in a special election on Tuesday -- the majority of whom are Republicans.
—Halle Troadec, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
After weeks of hard-fought — at times nasty — campaigning, Boca Raton residents had their say on Tuesday, reflected in the relatively large numbers of voters appearing at the polls to shape the city’s future.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
Heeseung debuted as a member of ENHYPEN in November 2020 after appearing on the survival audition program I-LAND.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearing
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But authorities ultimately found Chapman through phone records showing multiple calls between him and Jalloh in the week prior to the shooting, according to the affidavit.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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Friday’s memo also reaffirms that Austin police will be expected to turn over body camera footage showing potential misconduct by federal agents to the Travis County District Attorney’s Office.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Loved one seeming a little distant this morning?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Representing a departure from the artist’s preferred medium of wood, the monument curves outward from a narrow base, its vertical form and vaguely human contours seeming to emanate light, notwithstanding the material’s heft.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 Mar. 2026
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As Kansas coach Bill Self barked orders from the sideline inside T-Mobile Center, the tide was starting to turn.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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Senior Republicans under pressure from conservative activists and GOP primary challengers are starting to take notice.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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In general, throughout a voyage, Myatt suggested arriving right when the attractions open (operating times should be listed in the cruise line’s daily program or app).—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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The new flavor is already arriving at stores nationwide.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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For all the attacking flair that has defined San Diego FC since its arrival in Major League Soccer, the most revealing development of the club’s early 2026 season might be unfolding somewhere far less glamorous — the back line.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Footage captured part of the altercation unfolding in an outdoor dining area.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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Glassman said the family’s legal team is looking into whether Khimberly was properly examined during her initial hospitalization.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, Alphabet was also looking for external investors to grow GFiber, and eventually spin it off into an independent business, according to Reuters.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Lakers play their next six games on the road, beginning Monday for the first of two games at the Houston Rockets.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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Trump has restarted his affordability tour across the nation, but rising gas prices undercut his messaging as the weather is beginning to warm up, and the public looks to travel for vacations.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
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The state Air Resources Board is expected to revise the proposal in the coming weeks before bringing it to a vote in May.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The biggest question surrounding Westlake boys basketball coming into the season was how the team would fit together.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Appearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearing. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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