apparent
Example Sentences
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Looking at factors outside of the jobs report, it’s apparent that things will be sluggish, and are likely to slow even further.
From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026
A string of self-driving robotaxis owned by Chinese internet giant Baidu stalled in central China, stranding passengers after an apparent "system malfunction", police said Wednesday.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
But the movie needs him to be the baddie, so he reverts to evildoing for no apparent reason.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
“Mr. Valencia was released from custody with no apparent signs of distress,” Wenrick said during the conference, according to KABC.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
The noise that had been missing for everyone near the volcano was apparent farther away, enough to jolt duBeth from her bed.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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