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
His encounters include an apparently mute teen acrobat played by Kinski, who appears topless in a scene.
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ABC News, 3 June 2026
One day after receiving a video tribute during his return to Philadelphia, Nick Castellanos appears to be out of a job again.
—CBS News, 3 June 2026
The site covers around six square miles and is centered on the Castillo, or Kukulcán pyramid, where each equinox the shadow of a serpent appears to slither down the steps.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
At the spring and autumn equinoxes, the shadow of a serpent appears to slither down the steps of the main Kukulcán pyramid.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
While the film does not have an actual trigger warning that appears onscreen, James has been transparent about its subject matter.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
Yu, too, appears confident in her element.
—Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
Ultimately, the timeline for that return appears to be beyond the NHL’s full control.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Last Thursday, during the test failure, one of Blue Origin’s massive launch towers toppled, and the other appears to be seriously damaged.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
ABC News, 3 June 2026
One day after receiving a video tribute during his return to Philadelphia, Nick Castellanos appears to be out of a job again.
—CBS News, 3 June 2026
The site covers around six square miles and is centered on the Castillo, or Kukulcán pyramid, where each equinox the shadow of a serpent appears to slither down the steps.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
At the spring and autumn equinoxes, the shadow of a serpent appears to slither down the steps of the main Kukulcán pyramid.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
While the film does not have an actual trigger warning that appears onscreen, James has been transparent about its subject matter.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
Yu, too, appears confident in her element.
—Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
Ultimately, the timeline for that return appears to be beyond the NHL’s full control.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Last Thursday, during the test failure, one of Blue Origin’s massive launch towers toppled, and the other appears to be seriously damaged.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appears
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An electronic display shows the closing KOSPI index inside the lobby of the Korea Exchange in Seoul, South Korea, on June 1, 2026.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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But blacklisting a company for maintaining civil rights protections, and then banning the military deployment of its AI hours later, shows that the federal government in this instance enables the harm that regulation is meant to prevent.—
Michael Gregory,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Squandering his Senate seniority and experience at this time, combined with his decision to appoint a newbie to replace him, should that opportunity arise, seems misguided at best and selfish at worst.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The soaring quality of the orchestra and the delectable company of voices pay exhilarating homage to a singular artist, who seems right at home at the Pantages.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The journey begins with a dry brush exfoliation followed by a detoxifying and circulation-boosting cocoon session in an infrared sauna blanket by Higher Dose complete with a facial massage using cooling and toning smooth cryo stick wands, and a scalp and neck massage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Venus in Leo, on the other hand, dazzles your ninth house of expansion, supporting your travels, education and creative inspiration, while Jupiter entering Leo at the end of the month begins a larger cycle and chapter of growth.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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Texas’ Teagan Kavan, the most outstanding player of the 2025 series, arrives on the heels of a shutout pitching performance in the semifinal round.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The appointment arrives just ahead of the United Nations' International Day of Play on June 11, which highlights the importance of play as a fundamental right for children.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Another expression of that sentiment unfolds at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, where the pace slows and the focus shifts to immersion and well-being.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Hiking enthusiasts will likely feel particularly drawn to this relationship term, which refers to eschewing the pressure to label things immediately and instead just taking it slow and seeing what unfolds.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
3 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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Amanda is talking about her friendships with Ciara and West in confessional when the background suddenly starts to wobble, the lights flicker, and her outfit changes.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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The real risk starts when a pan gets too hot, too damaged or used in the wrong way.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Breakfast comes with more river views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The study comes as the sun remains near the peak of Solar Cycle 25, a period of heightened solar activity that has already produced spectacular aurora displays across the globe.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 May 2026
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“Appears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appears. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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