on the surface
Example Sentences
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These pictures were ideally suited to Los Angeles: High-sheen, colorful, fully embracing joy—there was little not to like about them on the surface.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Thus, on the surface, the lyrics of “Y.M.C.A.” seem to promote the Young Men’s Christian Association and their new single-room occupancy units of the time.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
The discovery centers on SLAMF6, a molecule found on the surface of immune cells that can prevent T cells from mounting a strong attack against tumors.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
Astronauts are due to descend to the Moon's south polar region in a lander and remain on the surface for about a week.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Uhmma sits at Apa’s card table desk, both elbows on the surface.
From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na
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