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appear

[uh-peer] / əˈpɪər /


VERB
be obvious, clear
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Antonyms
WEAK




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I’ve returned, spending time with friends, exploring neighborhoods, enjoying the parks and marveling at the lakes that seem to appear around every corner.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Symptoms may not appear until five to 15 years after exposure, making diagnosis and treatment particularly challenging.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

The trades being investigated, however, do not appear to be part of the recent rally and appear to be focused at the acquired firm.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

The new model does appear to be more powerful than previous generations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“We will stroll the street near the train depot and make it appear that we happen upon Mrs. Maroney by chance,” Aunt Kitty explained as we took off in a buggy for Philadelphia.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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