appear to be

Example Sentences

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Tryl says although it is clear Britain is "creaking at the top", his research on public opinion suggests the foundations of community still appear to be strong.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

For now, energy prices appear to be most clearly filtering through to transportation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

So while analysts expect some weakness following such a strong run-up this year, some believe worries of a continued meltdown appear to be misplaced.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Markets appear to be becoming more confident that the global economy can run smoothly with less oil, at least for a limited time until a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is reached.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He didn’t appear to be paying much heed to the sermon.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver