as in apparent
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
a seeming contradiction that disappeared upon closer analysis of the text
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
her altruism is all seeming—she cares only about herself
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as in looking
to give the impression of being
I tried to cheer them up because they seemed depressed
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Recent Examples of seeming
Karl Ebert, Journal Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2023
That said, overall investment in healthcare is really just back to 2019 levels, a seeming regression to the mean after the pandemic spurred investment capital into areas like drug development, telehealth and other parts of the healthcare industry.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2023
Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
The pair walked onto the festival’s mainstage hand-in-hand, a seeming necessity given that Sia’s signature black and blonde wig was covering her eyes.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 29 Mar. 2025
Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
While seeming meager by today’s equipment standards, these supplies were critical for the volunteers.
—John Laycock, Baltimore Sun, 27 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Single digit morning temperatures, windchills below zero and the seeming constant hum of a furnace working overtime to keep indoors temperatures livable.
—Karl Ebert, Journal Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2023
That said, overall investment in healthcare is really just back to 2019 levels, a seeming regression to the mean after the pandemic spurred investment capital into areas like drug development, telehealth and other parts of the healthcare industry.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2023
Noun
In other words, despite its seeming departure from Maine’s binary logic, the Second World was really a slice of the non-West that, contrary to expectations, embraced an explicitly secular and modernizing agenda: socialism.
—Zachariah Mampilly, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
The pair walked onto the festival’s mainstage hand-in-hand, a seeming necessity given that Sia’s signature black and blonde wig was covering her eyes.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
The most persuasive people are able to prove their point without seeming manipulative or ill-intended.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
While seeming meager by today’s equipment standards, these supplies were critical for the volunteers.
—John Laycock, Baltimore Sun, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeming
Adjective
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That license is currently set to expire on May 27, but sources indicate it may now be extended by 60 days — an apparent diplomatic concession aimed at easing tensions and fostering future cooperation.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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Experts said the safety reports reviewed by CNN illustrate the real-world consequences of the FAA’s apparent inability to address these equipment challenges.—
Melanie Hicken,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Her outfit for the final was a black dress whose arms, when lifted, gave the appearance of bat wings — a symbol associated with the young Bibas brothers who were abducted from Israel on Oct. 7 and killed in Gaza.—
Philissa Cramer,
Sun Sentinel,
21 May 2025
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The Skin Glow, for instance, with SPF 30, helps prevent sun spots and reduce the appearance of dark spots, while adding natural glow with niacinamide, spirulina maxima extract and sodium hyaluronate.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
Verb
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In doing so, their press suffered, looking disjointed.—
Charlotte Harpur,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Brian Cashman, though, is still looking at every option on the table.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Somewhere, sometime, somehow, Rob Tanner’s face will break into the loveliest smile, Arsenal will no longer be second and maybe Manchester United will stop being quite so bad.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Her face became immortalized on advertisements, greeting cards, bottles of hot sauce and all manner of gag gifts; it was even used as advertising décor on flags decorating a Manhattan record store — all without permission or compensation.—
Alan K. Rode,
Variety,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2025
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The Boise City Council approved plan modifications May 13 for a central village green and town center that would include shopping, coffee shops and food spots, including possible food carts in a park area.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Okonkwo made a huge impression in north Wales and his move was made permanent last summer on a free transfer.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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But my impression is that my biggest problems with this season, from the killing of Joel to the single-minded vengeance arc, are all downstream of story decisions made years ago during the development of The Last of Us Part 2.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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But in terms of the excitement and electricity, the parallels between Verlander and Skubal are obvious.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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AccuWeather senior meteorologist Tom Kines told Newsweek the most obvious impact from the smoke would be hazy skies, which could contribute to visually beautiful sunrises and sunsets in the affected areas.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Noun
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What’s remarkable is that relatively small amounts can have significant effects.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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But treatment, which typically involves medications to block the hormone testosterone, can have adverse effects on the brain and body.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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“Seeming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seeming. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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