- present tense form of appear (3rd person singular).
appears
Example Sentences
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However, no one appears to be expecting major breakthroughs, given the lack of confirmation for formal talks with Iran during the event.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
It appears almost lifeless, with the ash transformed into raging mudflows called lahars in every storm.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026
“We are gay, we are Latino, and we are a very specific group. West Hollywood appears to be unaffected by this problem,” Sokol said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
This year’s list appears at the bottom of this column.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 21, 2026
Father lopes out of the shadows, appears beside Mother.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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