1
as in shows
to come into view
a police car appeared just as I ran a red light
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2
as in seems
to give the impression of being
it appears that he doesn't hear you
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as in begins
to come into existence
the benefits of the exercise program should appear almost immediately
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as in arrives
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 appears
So while on paper Mecklenburg’s child care system appears relatively stable — roughly 500 licensed providers, a net gain of licensed slots last year, no mass wave of closures — Hazeldine says that’s an incomplete picture.
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Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
But rather than addressing them, Kennedy appears to be attempting to push vaccine compensation on to the civil court system—and, potentially, expose drug makers to unlimited liability.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
The commitment to youth appears to be a key factor in Aguirre’s approach to building the roster.
—Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
The crowd appears stunned at how New York has started the game.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Some of those who have experienced World Cups in the past say this one appears muted because of ongoing security concerns, the fact that Mexico is only hosting 13 of the 104 matches, and rising costs resulting from the tournament.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
The suit goes on to recount several other instances between 2022 and 2023 when Noakes appears to either snub or discount Conaway.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
Both Tunisia’s home and away kits have a sleeve design inspired by the Eagle of Carthage, the animal that gives the Tunisia team its nickname and appears on its crest.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Oh, and the show seems to be priming us for a heel turn by Geri, who appears to be mining Paula’s horrific situation for magazine material.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
But rather than addressing them, Kennedy appears to be attempting to push vaccine compensation on to the civil court system—and, potentially, expose drug makers to unlimited liability.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
The commitment to youth appears to be a key factor in Aguirre’s approach to building the roster.
—Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
The crowd appears stunned at how New York has started the game.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 11 June 2026
Some of those who have experienced World Cups in the past say this one appears muted because of ongoing security concerns, the fact that Mexico is only hosting 13 of the 104 matches, and rising costs resulting from the tournament.
—Michael Rios, CNN Money, 10 June 2026
The suit goes on to recount several other instances between 2022 and 2023 when Noakes appears to either snub or discount Conaway.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
Both Tunisia’s home and away kits have a sleeve design inspired by the Eagle of Carthage, the animal that gives the Tunisia team its nickname and appears on its crest.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Oh, and the show seems to be priming us for a heel turn by Geri, who appears to be mining Paula’s horrific situation for magazine material.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appears
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Data from Denver Animal Protection shows officers responded to 1,439 animal cruelty calls and 2,713 neglect calls through the first part of 2025, both up from the same period in 2024.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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One photo shows the fragments of a bomb.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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That guy selling records seems pretty cool.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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The mid-tournament tweak seems to be working.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
7 June 2026
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Denver Public Schools will prohibit all students from using cellphones during school hours when the 2026-27 academic year begins in August.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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The requirement, which Newsom enacted by executive order in March 2025, begins July 1 and requires all state workers to work in the office at least four days a week.—
Kassia Bonesteel,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The achievement arrives amid broader industry efforts to develop viable electric and hybrid propulsion for aviation.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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Helado Tropical, the duo’s debut album, arrives July 17 via Psychic Hotline.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
10 June 2026
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The Pocket Blanket folds down to roughly the size of a wallet but unfolds into a surprisingly spacious ground cover for picnics, lunch breaks, beach days, and campsite lounging.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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However, those odds could rise significantly in 2027, depending on how the event unfolds.—
Daniel Peck,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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My yoga jacket looks just like this one, with a similar standup collar and zipper pockets.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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In pending cases, the court also looks likely to frustrate his attempts to curtail birthright citizenship and remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board.—
Washington Post Editorial Board,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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Caffeine starts to work within an hour and typically lasts four to six hours.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
9 June 2026
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And once the gate agent starts calling for volunteers or selecting passengers to deny boarding, late check-ins are often at the top of the list.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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As classic cars prepare to roll onto the Mother Road and communities across eight states launch centennial celebrations, organizers hope the milestone serves not only as a tribute to history but as a call to preserve what comes next.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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The vote comes as communities around the country debate how to handle increasingly large data centers creeping into populated areas.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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