give the appearance

Example Sentences

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Its structure even resembles a pointed hat and its top windows give the appearance of eyes watching over all who enter.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2024

Imported-goods stores put goods on the front edge of shelves to give the appearance of being fully stocked.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 13, 2023

I know the president likes to give the appearance of having the stamina, but he's 80, so how long can he really go?

From BBC • Sep. 2, 2023

As an actor, or even as a mom, do you understand that impulse to give the appearance that everything is fine?

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 20, 2023

She went to sit on the diving board and tried to give the appearance of relaxing, but her tone was strained.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan