as in apparent
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
a seeming contradiction that disappeared upon closer analysis of the text
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
her altruism is all seeming—she cares only about herself
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as in looking
to give the impression of being
I tried to cheer them up because they seemed depressed
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Recent Examples of seeming
Mario Ariza, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
There is some negative buzz around the movie, mostly down to the casting of Jared Leto, along with the seeming absence of Sam Flynn and Quorra from the sequel.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The Bay State will attempt to bridge the economic divide caused by the federal government’s sudden seeming aversion to paying for scientific research with research funding of its own, Gov. Maura Healey said while announcing new legislation.
—Matthew Medsger, Boston Herald, 31 July 2025
David Sims, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
But even in a wide-open year for Best Picture, Phantom Thread had trouble seeming important enough to be a winner.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
The insurer’s spokesperson declined an opportunity to clarify this seeming contradiction.
—Mario Ariza, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
There is some negative buzz around the movie, mostly down to the casting of Jared Leto, along with the seeming absence of Sam Flynn and Quorra from the sequel.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
Flaming weapons, glass boats, and a chariot pulled by flying scarabs make their way into the picture, as well as a seeming mandate that none of the performers wear too much in the way of clothes.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The Bay State will attempt to bridge the economic divide caused by the federal government’s sudden seeming aversion to paying for scientific research with research funding of its own, Gov. Maura Healey said while announcing new legislation.
—Matthew Medsger, Boston Herald, 31 July 2025
Verb
Safdie’s unabashed desire to plumb a seeming invincible figure’s decline made Kerr a wise choice for a subject, but also a somewhat bold one.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
But even in a wide-open year for Best Picture, Phantom Thread had trouble seeming important enough to be a winner.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeming
Adjective
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Washington — New air traffic control audio captures pilots in an apparent struggle to regain control of a private business jet as the plane plunged into woods near Lansing, Michigan on Thursday, killing all three on board.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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A lot has happened to the Jeep since American soldiers planted a flag on Iwo Jima, but after 80 years, the family resemblance of today’s Jeep Wrangler to the original is still readily apparent, though contemporary models are thoroughly modern cars.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Blake Treinen got a pop-up and a strikeout to get out of that inning and now has had five effective outings in his six postseason appearances, after a miserable September.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
17 Oct. 2025
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The actor was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer last year, and in late September, made a rare virtual appearance at a Dawson's Creek reunion charity in benefit of F Cancer in honor of Van Der Beek.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When looking for reasons the Nuggets will win a championship, Braun belongs high on the checklist.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
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The reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles are 4-2 and are looking to become the first back-to-back NFC East champs in two decades, but the Commanders are 3-3, and the New York Giants moved to a surprising 2-4 after taking down the Eagles last week.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The presumed reasoning behind why the film was ignored is multilayered.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The 11-year-old also had dried feces on his face, arms and hands, and underneath his fingernails, per the complaint.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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My face was cold by the end, but my body was totally warm.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The shortages have impacted 911 call response times and have left officers feeling burdened and overworked, often having to sacrifice personal time to cover events and political rallies, Redford has said in previous interviews with The Charlotte Observer.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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Politico Jimmy Kimmel came away from his cancellation ordeal feeling good about Dana Walden.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Besides religion, what are other possible reasons a person might have executed a forgery?—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Oct. 2025
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As Myles Lewis-Skelly dribbled up the left wing, the Brazilian made sure to come as central as possible before calling for a cross.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The study agreed that the culprit that made the mark was likely dropped into the wet cement, leaving the near perfect body impression.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Growing up in the 1960s and 1970s, witnessing civil rights events such as the March on Washington, left an impression on her.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
14 Oct. 2025
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