seem harmless

Examples (10)

• The new software seemed harmless at first, but it contained a virus.
• The old man might seem harmless, but he has a sharp mind and a hidden past.
• What seems harmless fun to one person can be hurtful to another.
• The small frog seems harmless, but its vibrant colors warn of its poison.
• His offer to help seemed harmless, but he had ulterior motives.
• Even a small piece of gossip may seem harmless, yet it can cause great damage.
• The joke seemed harmless enough, yet it created an awkward silence.
• While the children's game seemed harmless, it was actually quite competitive.
• The proposal seems harmless on the surface, but we must examine the fine print.
• The stray cat seems harmless, but I'm cautious about approaching it.