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as in to show
to come into view
a police car appeared just as I ran a red light
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as in to begin
to come into existence
the benefits of the exercise program should appear almost immediately
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as in to arrive
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 appear
The payment came about a month after the two appeared together at the Houston rally.
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Joey Garrison, USA Today, 20 May 2025
Costars Angela Bassett, Simon Pegg, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Henry Czerny, Tramell Tillman and Nick Offerman also appeared at the movie's U.S. premiere.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 19 May 2025
Before his rise to the papacy, Cardinal Robert Prevost appeared to have shared news articles via an account on the social media platform X that were critical of the Trump administration's plans for mass deportations of migrants.
—Ruth Sherlock, NPR, 19 May 2025
Trump appears to have opted for using tariffs as a stick.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 5 May 2025
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Joey Garrison, USA Today, 20 May 2025
Costars Angela Bassett, Simon Pegg, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Henry Czerny, Tramell Tillman and Nick Offerman also appeared at the movie's U.S. premiere.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 19 May 2025
Before his rise to the papacy, Cardinal Robert Prevost appeared to have shared news articles via an account on the social media platform X that were critical of the Trump administration's plans for mass deportations of migrants.
—Ruth Sherlock, NPR, 19 May 2025
Trump appears to have opted for using tariffs as a stick.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appear
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In fact, a recent study from Deloitte actually showed that around 25% of currently existing Bitcoins—a figure that amounts to roughly $40 billion—are currently vulnerable to quantum attacks.—
Amit Sinha,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Someone whose results show elevated levels may need a biopsy to rule out cancer.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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By Sunday, that loss seemed a distant memory, though, and for good reason.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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That could be the cherry on top of the sundae for the Oilers, who seem to have the Stars figured out in almost every way.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
26 May 2025
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However, the singer decided to postpone the news after the devastating wildfires that began in Los Angeles in January.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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An uptick in recruiting that began last summer has carried over into 2025 so far.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 May 2025
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Police and emergency crews already on campus for the ceremony aided the injured while more help arrived, the school said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
25 May 2025
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With a drink in hand, Bryan Cranston smiles at an FYC event for The Studio at the Think Apple TV+ Emmy House in L.A. on May 21. 94 of 120 Top of the Morning Ryan Phillippe smiles from under his hat while arriving at a taping of Live with Kelly and Mark on May 21 in New York City.—
Grace Harrington,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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The forum unfolded against a backdrop of rising campus anxiety over immigration enforcement.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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In the early hours of the morning, a violent confrontation unfolded, with the two teenagers allegedly attacking McMorrow, seemingly without cause.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Lilo & Stitch is looking at a second frame of $60M, off 59%, which is in the vicinity of previous Disney Memorial Day live-action takes of classic toons Aladdin (-53%) and Little Mermaid (57%).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
28 May 2025
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Hill is on a Hall of Fame trajectory, and looked first ballot-worthy until last season, when his antics, side babies, lawsuits and now a divorce finally overshadowed underwhelming play.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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Wealth-creating liquidity readiness starts well before the deal.—
Michael Platner,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Our trips allow guests to enjoy the perks of private yacht charters, luxury hotels, bespoke itineraries and high-touch service, all while sharing the cost with like-minded travelers who may start as strangers but quickly feel like longtime friends.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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This series feels a lot more important than a late-May series should feel.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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The scene feels like a cross between an Apple Store and a ceremonial altar.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
27 May 2025
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“Appear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appear. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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