apparent

Example Sentences

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But she used it in an apparent effort to convince our reporter not to delay with his own application.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

When these notions are proven wrong, public discontent becomes apparent.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

One video featured on the Instagram channel included a caption that read "64 & counting" -- an apparent reference to the number of years since the Rolling Stones were founded.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

There was no apparent breakthrough, although the discussions went on for several hours and involved technical experts brought in to resolve detailed questions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

While dramatic progress was apparent in the political and social realms, civil rights activists became increasingly concerned that, without major economic reforms, the vast majority of blacks would remain locked in poverty.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander