seemings

noun

plural of seeming
as in appearances
outward and often deceptive indication her altruism is all seeming—she cares only about herself

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  1. appearances
  2. effects
  3. faces
  4. impressions
Noun
  • In 573 plate appearances, William Contreras has hit 14 long balls, tallied 74 RBIs and scored 73 runs.
    — Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The doc follows Oasis across 12 concerts on three continents during their Live ’25 tour, the band’s first live appearances since their acrimonious split back in 2009.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of appearances
Noun
  • Diesel also faces higher seasonal demand that is compounding the effects of the supply shortages.
    — Rob Wile, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026
  • They’re often made for their biological effects, serving as distress signals or to ward off pests and predators.
    — Mike McRae September 03, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of effects
Noun
  • With a host of new faces both on the defensive line and at linebacker in a shutout of Missouri State, A&M looked much sharper this time.
    — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Their faces twist with dissatisfaction, and their eyes are glossy with hope for emotional freedom.
    — Cortlyn Kelly, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of faces
Noun
  • But Meta delayed removal for days as the ad leaped from four impressions to 330.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Sculptural pieces are blown and shaped using innovative molds made out of paper or wood; organic curves or impressions are added in the soft glass.
    — Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of impressions
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