make an appearance
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This is the type of milestone that would probably only be important to local Soundgarden fans in Seattle, but not necessarily matter to a wider public, much less make an appearance in this book.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The Duchess of Sussex will make an appearance as a guest judge on a new season of hit Australian television show MasterChef Australia.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Now he won’t even make an appearance, let alone play.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Football powerhouse Italy will make an appearance at a cricket World Cup for the first time, and will kick off against the Scots in Kolkata on Monday.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
Laughing, Harry turned to contemplate the blank wall behind which, he was sure, Draco Malfoy was now standing frozen, aware that someone unwelcome was out there, but not daring to make an appearance.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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