create an appearance

Frequency: 6.59.0 per million words

to produce a particular look or impression

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Examples (10)

  • The company uses clever marketing to create the appearance of being environmentally friendly.
  • Using mirrors is a classic trick for creating the appearance of a larger space.
  • As a public official, you must avoid any action that could create the appearance of a conflict of interest.
  • He carefully curated his social media to create the appearance of a perfect life.
  • The new paint job created the appearance of a well-maintained building, hiding its structural issues.
  • The director used specific lighting to create the appearance of dawn, even though it was filmed at night.
  • A well-tailored suit can create an appearance of professionalism and authority.
  • To create the appearance of a fuller hairstyle, the stylist added subtle layers.
  • The government's statement was designed to create the appearance of taking decisive action.
  • Clever accounting can sometimes create a false appearance of profitability.