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as in shows
to come into view
a police car appeared just as I ran a red light
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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
Meanwhile, the Disneyland Resort area, which includes the big Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, still appears to be open for visitors at this time.
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Much of the Dodgers’ roster appears in place, but there is still much to do.
—Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
These programs were created by statute, and getting new legislation through Congress to significantly reform student loans appears unlikely at this time.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Murat regularly appears on Winnipeg Sports Talk and CJOB 680 in Winnipeg and on podcasts throughout Canada and the United States.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Your mother also appears in the film.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2025
And this process appears to be well underway.
—Garrison Lovely, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
The somewhat cryptic post appears to be referencing the parent company that controls WWE and UFC.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Barton appears to enjoy juxtaposing the banality of Helen’s life as a wife and mother—flawlessly hosting her husband’s holiday work party, sticking jewels on a crown for a Nativity costume—with the extravagant action of her secret life.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Much of the Dodgers’ roster appears in place, but there is still much to do.
—Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
These programs were created by statute, and getting new legislation through Congress to significantly reform student loans appears unlikely at this time.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Murat regularly appears on Winnipeg Sports Talk and CJOB 680 in Winnipeg and on podcasts throughout Canada and the United States.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Your mother also appears in the film.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2025
And this process appears to be well underway.
—Garrison Lovely, TIME, 8 Jan. 2025
The somewhat cryptic post appears to be referencing the parent company that controls WWE and UFC.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Barton appears to enjoy juxtaposing the banality of Helen’s life as a wife and mother—flawlessly hosting her husband’s holiday work party, sticking jewels on a crown for a Nativity costume—with the extravagant action of her secret life.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appears
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But the study shows luck can be a major factor, too, says Zipple.Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
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The bow itself shows no signs of slowing down for 2025, especially not with high-profile stars like Fanning and Demi Moore wearing them to awards shows.Kara Nesvig, Allure, 8 Jan. 2025
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Despite being a shameless queue jumper who seems to slide through ski lift crowds like water, she's clearly respected and adored by countless people across the valleys.Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Dec. 2024
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There is some optimism among those connected to the Spanish club about his arrival, which would lessen the potential for more serious moves in January — although multiple sources have told The Athletic that the Englishman moving from Liverpool next month seems unfeasible.Mario Cortegana, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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In a rare event, the Jewish festival of lights, or Hanukkah, begins Wednesday — the same day as the Christians' Christmas celebration.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Work on that new dock, which will better handle large Viking cruise ships, begins in 2025.Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This cuvée continually unfolds in the glass - this is a memorable wine!Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Authentic human trust looks to become the ultimate differentiator.Medhat Zaki, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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The 36-year-old Kohli has, but the future looks bleak.Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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Security & Safety A casino should offer a safe environment for its customers and this starts with proper licensing and ends with strict safety protocols such as SSL encryption.Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Pink Qatari Clay Heritage Ritual is an indulgent 90 minutes, and starts with a body exfoliation with a scrub made from aromatic resins, Epsom salts and frankincense.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Catie Dull Republicans are taking the first steps Friday to usher in a new era of full GOP control in Washington as Congress comes into session but the usually ceremonial process in the House is already bogged down in political infighting over who should be elected Speaker of the House.Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 3 Jan. 2025
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The vacation recap comes days after Lopez shared a video montage highlighting her 2024, which included red carpet appearances and musical performances.Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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The threat of an ISIS resurgence looms as the militants seek to capitalize on Syria's disarray and claim more ambitious attacks abroad, most recently being linked to a deadly car ramming in New Orleans.Tom O'Connor, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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The threat of roster turnover looms every year in the NFL.Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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