seem tall
Frequency: 7.858.1 per million words
Used to express an impression of someone being tall.
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- He's not actually that tall, but he seems tall because of his slender build.
- From a distance, the new building seemed exceptionally tall against the skyline.
- She always seems tall in heels, even though she's quite petite without them.
- Did he seem tall to you when you first met him, or was it just an impression?
- With his long legs, he would certainly seem tall on any stage, dominating the space.
- The evening shadows made the trees seem even taller than they actually were.
- Even among his friends, who were all quite athletic, he used to seem tall and imposing.
- Wearing a striped suit can sometimes make a person seem taller than they are.
- He doesn't just seem tall; he actually is over six feet, a truly towering figure.
- To a small child, most adults seem incredibly tall and out of reach.