- present tense form of appear (3rd person singular).
appears
Example Sentences
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Resistance training appears to drive beneficial changes in the brain.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
"It can be intimidating if a mural appears on your building, in terms of the crowds, but he makes art accessible because there's no gallery fee."
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
It appears to have flourished roughly 3,000 years ago, boasting splendors even more exquisite than those of China’s heralded ancient dynasties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
While it appears the network formed around 2021, the FBI became increasingly aware of the growing threat around 2022 and has seen a sharp rise in cases since then, according to agency spokesperson Laura Eimiller.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
A flash of hurt appears on Dad’s face.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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