seem tall

Frequency: 7.858.1 per million words

Used to express an impression of someone being tall.

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Examples (10)

  • 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.