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as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the dignified appearance of this church leader the country club's manicured lawns and well-groomed appearance in general
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as in face
outward and often deceptive indication
can't you at least give the appearance of listening to what I say?
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as in arrival
the act of coming upon a scene
his appearance at the party caused considerable speculation
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Recent Examples of appearance
The production marks Owen’s first appearance on the National’s stage in over a decade.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Jan. 2025
As he was being transferred from a Cabarrus County shelter, a worker at Lake Norman Humane couldn’t help but notice his appearance.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2025
Jimmy Fallon asked Jost on his Monday, Jan. 20, appearance on The Tonight Show.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis opened her appearance on The Tonight Show last night speaking about the devastating fires in California.
—Andrew Limbong, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Jan. 2025
As he was being transferred from a Cabarrus County shelter, a worker at Lake Norman Humane couldn’t help but notice his appearance.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2025
Jimmy Fallon asked Jost on his Monday, Jan. 20, appearance on The Tonight Show.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis opened her appearance on The Tonight Show last night speaking about the devastating fires in California.
—Andrew Limbong, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appearance
Noun
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For a more in-depth look at our Celestron NexStar 4SE review.—
Jesse Emspak,
Space.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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Sherman’s march would mark the culmination of military emancipation, and this fact alone justifies the closer look that Parten gives it.—
Scott Spillman,
The New Yorker,
29 Jan. 2025
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And strangely, even in the face of that loss, a feeling of home remaining and, in a very surprising way, being deepened.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2025
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His words resonate against images of the changing face of denuded mountains, pointing up a key theme now more relevant than ever — the cost to nature of man’s progress.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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Before the storm’s arrival, placed millions of liters of water and many meals in staging areas where they could be quickly distributed in North Carolina, Criswell said.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Jan. 2025
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Wilfred Duncan, Pasadena’s first black firefighter, was among the new arrivals.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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In the heart of midfield, Bergvall was a lively, almost ethereal presence, dancing into spaces to receive the ball, drawing a man, and then passing into space.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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Known for its sweet bread, the company has expanded its offerings over the decades and seeks to solidify a larger presence in the NASCAR community.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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The impression of Breillat created by her films is that of a person who is unafraid of—who perhaps even delights in—confrontation.—
Victoria Uren,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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Throughout much of history, these elusive bears left little impression on Chinese literature and art, let alone holding any cultural significance like the dragon, the tiger or the crane.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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His facial expressions conveyed a balance of seriousness and power, tempered with a calm, consoling demeanor that projected control.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Along the way, Freeman has won over fans, students, alumni, administrators and boosters not only for winning but for his calm and positive demeanor, deep faith and interactions in private and public settings.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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For a truly upscale look, consider installing two tracks for a layered curtain effect.—
Brittney Morgan,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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The decision coincided with the ceasefire and hostage-release deal agreed between Israel and Hamas that went into effect on Sunday.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
20 Jan. 2025
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My jokes are Mike Franks’, my attitude is Mike Franks.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
25 Jan. 2025
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Regarding distribution prospects in India, Churi expressed optimism about changing audience attitudes.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Appearance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appearance. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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