seem respectable

Frequency: 7.211.0 per million words

Used to suggest an impression of being respectable.

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Examples (10)

  • He always tries to seem respectable in public.
  • She seemed respectable enough to the committee.
  • If you want to get the job, you will need to seem respectable during the interview.
  • They have always tried to seem respectable in their community.
  • He would seem respectable if he dressed more appropriately.
  • Despite seeming respectable, his past was quite scandalous.
  • Does he truly seem respectable to you?
  • He doesn't seem very respectable with that attitude.
  • To maintain a good reputation, one must not only be but also seem respectable.
  • The old house, after renovations, began to seem respectable again.