- present participle of appear.
Example Sentences
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Appearing in Chippewa Falls, Trump said his policies had helped farmers by lowering costs, expanding markets and cutting regulations.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Appearing on Fox40 News last year, Becerra likened the criminal case to being “married for 20 years” and “all of a sudden you find out that your spouse has been cheating.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Appearing in a blue jumpsuit Monday, Allen gave brief responses—“I do,” “yes, your honor”—to routine questions during his initial court appearance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Appearing in Thologolong and its surrounds recently, however, were a handful of road signs graffitied with Freeman's name – something Janice Newnham told the BBC she'd thought was "somebody's April Fool's Day joke".
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Appearing through the snow, high in the air, was a golden sailing ship, like a dream a lost sailor might have.
From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick
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