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as in to show
to come into view
a police car appeared just as I ran a red light
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as in to begin
to come into existence
the benefits of the exercise program should appear almost immediately
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as in to arrive
to get to a destination
a friend who daily manages to appear at our door just as dinner is being served
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But with his new veneer of legality, Blackbeard appeared to settle down.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
Both tracks appear on Lil Nas’ forthcoming second studio album Dreamboy, which Nas began teasing in earnest over the last week.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 22 Nov. 2024
This system is forecast to move generally westward to west-northwestward, and environmental conditions appear marginally conducive for gradual development during the latter part of this week.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
The union stated at the time that the company had not previously responded to the labor group’s request for voluntary recognition, an account that a 2K spokesperson appeared to confirm.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024
Both tracks appear on Lil Nas’ forthcoming second studio album Dreamboy, which Nas began teasing in earnest over the last week.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 22 Nov. 2024
This system is forecast to move generally westward to west-northwestward, and environmental conditions appear marginally conducive for gradual development during the latter part of this week.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
The union stated at the time that the company had not previously responded to the labor group’s request for voluntary recognition, an account that a 2K spokesperson appeared to confirm.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
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The claim: Pam Bondi posted on X promising to investigate Nancy Pelosi A Nov. 25 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) shows an X post about California Rep. Nancy Pelosi purportedly shared by Pam Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for U.S. attorney general.Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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The Morning Show star has hosted the annual celebration for years, and a 2019 post on X (formerly Twitter) showed the Practical Magic actress joining in on the fun.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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Just four years ago, Trump’s political career seemed over.Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2024
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The look seems to have inspired Lucy Liu, who sported a similar outfit while promoting her new movie Red One.Catherine Santino, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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The new Whoppers will be available beginning November 14.Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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According to an Associated Press report, Bushnell began a livestream on Twitch before dousing himself in a flammable chemical.Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Prosecutors, however, noted that security camera footage from a dining hall on UGA's campus, where Diego worked, showed Diego arriving and leaving work on Feb. 22.Audrey Conklin, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Trending on Billboard Hallucinating Love arrives after a particularly torrid period since their last LP, 2018’s Kingdoms in Colour.Thomas Smith, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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The incident unfolded just after 8:20 a.m., when police responded to a shooting on Union Street near West A Street.Teri Figueroa, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Beyond this, getting going is as simple as removing the treadmill from the packaging, unfolding it, plugging it in, turning on the power switch next to the power cord, and inserting the safety plug.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Grumet:Wintry blast hit even harder for Austin's homeless residents impacted by sweeps For anyone looking to register for overnight shelter, visit the One Texas Center at 505 Barton Springs Road from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening.Skye Seipp, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Here’s what to look for. Boards The core of every Arduino starter kit is a board that contains a microcontroller.Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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Fans can choose from three experiences starting at $150 for access to all four nights of club shows.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Burger King is offering their classic Whopper sandwich for just $1 starting today.Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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The first half of Season 4 felt a bit refreshing as if the series had returned to its roots despite the multiple romances going on.Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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One with brisk, cheerful, egalitarian service; comforting food at most hours of the day; and a convivial social atmosphere where everyone feels welcome to greet guests at the next table.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Appear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appear. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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