- present tense form of appear (3rd person singular).
appears
Example Sentences
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CISA, the agency charged with the mandate of leading the nation’s collective defense against cyber threats and coordinating national incident responses, appears unprepared to meet this moment.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2026
Similar signage also appears at the Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! attractions, officials said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
But it now appears reports of the axis’ unraveling are exaggerated.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Carr countered the agency isn’t trying to control who appears on shows but is “enforcing the provisions” passed by Congress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
I click select, but a news anchor appears on the screen instead.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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