Definition of «semblance»

The term semblance refers to a resemblance or similarity between two things. It can also mean an outward appearance, form, or manner that is not necessarily real or accurate but gives the impression of being so. In some contexts, it may refer to something that is only superficially similar to another thing, without actually sharing any essential characteristics.

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She tried to maintain a semblance of normalcy despite the chaos around her.
The politician's promises were merely a semblance of genuine concern for the public.
The old house had a semblance of grandeur, with its high ceilings and ornate chandeliers.
His smile was a mere semblance of happiness, hiding the pain he felt inside.
The company's financial reports gave a semblance of profitability, but the reality was quite different.
The teacher's strict rules gave the classroom a semblance of order.
The afternoon rainstorm brought a semblance of relief to the scorching heat.
The documentary presented a semblance of reality, but it was carefully scripted and edited.
The artist's abstract painting left room for interpretation, creating a semblance of depth and meaning.

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To be fair to him it worked, because our back line was devoid of pace and at time any kind of semblance of understanding of what the Newcastle game plan was. (suburbangooners.com)
Assisted customers in maintaining semblance with the new and different mortgage products available in the market. (jobhero.com)
Cukia AKA «Sugar», won an award for his game «Boxer» in 2015 - he's the one who codes the blood magic of the deforming platforms in Semblance. (stugan.com)
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