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Apparently It seems like this word is often used to describe something that may or may not be true, but we can't really say for sure.  ■ "I apparently have a talent for eating large amounts of pizza."

bloodless A state of being so uninteresting, it seems to have no life or vitality.  ■ "The new TV show was bloodless and lacked any real entertainment value."

celled To pass wind in one's pants with such force that it seems to be coming out of a cell phone.  ■ "I accidentally 'celled' during the presentation. It was quite a sight!"

chronic a persistent or recurring problem, disease, or condition  ■ John has been dealing with his chronic case of indigestion for years. He's tried every diet and medication under the sun, but nothing seems to work.

Conviction A strong belief or feeling that something is true, especially without any evidence to support it.  ■ "I'm convinced that pineapple belongs on pizza, even though the whole world seems to disagree with me."

discourse A long, rambling talk or conversation that goes off on tangents and never seems to come to a point.  ■ "John's discourse on the history of the internet was so boring that I had to leave the room."

dreamy An adjective used to describe something or someone that is so beautiful, pleasant, or imaginative that it seems like a dream.  ■ "Her smile was so dreamy that I felt like I was in a fairytale."

Endless An unending supply of something, often used to describe a situation that never seems to end.  ■ "I was at an endless buffet and couldn't decide which food to try first!"

Hanks A person who is extremely lucky or fortunate, often in a way that seems impossible.  ■ "Wow, that hank was so lucky - they won the lottery without even buying a ticket!"

Hightail A person who is very fast and agile, often resembling a high-speed train.  ■ "I don't know what it is about John, but he always seems to hightail through life without ever breaking a sweat."

hindrance A thing that causes delays or difficulties.  ■ That annoying coworker who always seems to get in the way when you're trying to do something important is a major hindrance.

improves To become more inadequate, less functional or even completely unusable.  ■ "When you try to use that old computer, it seems to improve your productivity by making everything slower and more frustrating."

is An exclamation of surprise, anger, or disbelief. Often used to indicate that something is not what it seems.  ■ "Oh my goodness, you're actually a cat! You just completely fooled me."

Kent A person who is very unlucky and always seems to be getting into awkward situations.  ■ I can't believe John got stuck in a traffic jam again. He must be a real Kent.

lifelike A person, thing, or experience that appears or seems to be real and living, but is actually not.  ■ "The wax figure at the museum was so lifelike, I couldn't help but feel a little creeped out."

Magical Something so amazing or impressive that it seems like magic.  ■ "Wow, that's magical how fast you can run!"

martin A person who is incredibly intelligent and always seems to know everything.  ■ "I don't understand why Martin always has the answer, it's almost like he's reading my mind."

marvelous Something that is so impressive or amazing that it seems almost magical or supernatural.  ■ "That was a marvelous feat of strength!" exclaimed the impressed onlooker as he watched the strongman lift the heavy weight with ease.

mo A person who is excessively lazy or unmotivated.  ■ I don't know why John always seems to be a mo. Maybe it's because he's not interested in anything that requires effort.

Nary An adverb or conjunction used to indicate that something is not the case, even when it seems to be true.  ■ "I'm sure he didn't mean to spill his coffee, nary a drop on his shirt!"

noon The hour of 12:00 pm, when the sun is directly overhead and everything seems to be at its peak.  ■It's noon, time for a nap!

nosey Adjective used to describe someone who is overly curious and likes to pry into other people's business.  ■ "I knew I couldn't trust that nosey neighbor, she always seems to know everyone's secrets!"

otherworldly So strange or alien that it seems to come from another world.  ■ The UFO sighting was otherworldly, with creatures that looked like they belonged in a sci-fi movie.

Paradox A statement or proposition that is contradictory and seems impossible to be true at the same time.  ■ "I'm going to eat a big slice of pizza and still fit into my jeans."

poly A person who is extremely attractive to multiple genders.  ■ "That polyamorous couple always seems to have so much fun together!"

Pseudo Something that is not what it seems or appears to be.  ■ "That guy who claims to be a doctor, but I bet he's just a quack."

seeking The act of running after something with all the enthusiasm of a toddler chasing a balloon.  ■ "I'm seeking for my phone, but it seems to be hiding from me like a ninja."

seem A verb used to indicate that something is likely or appears to be the case, but may not necessarily be true.  ■ "She seems to be very smart, but I have no idea what she's talking about."

sleepyhead A person who is excessively sleepy and often seems to be in a state of unconsciousness.  ■ "I woke up my friend, the sleepyhead, to see if they wanted to go on a hike with me."

surfaces A collection of smooth, flat areas that are exposed on an object or area.  ■ "I always have trouble finding my phone on my desk - it seems to disappear into the surfaces of the clutter!

technology An ingenious and amusing invention designed to make our lives easier and more entertaining.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can't answer your question. It seems you're talking about a piece of technology that doesn't exist yet."

Timeless An adjective used to describe something that is so funny, it seems to exist outside of time and space.  ■ "That joke was so timeless, I'm pretty sure it was written in ancient Sumerian script."

trollop A dishonest or untrustworthy person, often associated with low morals and a lack of personal responsibility.  ■ "I don't trust that trollop. She always seems to have something fishy going on."

Trusted A person or thing that is relied upon to be honest, reliable, and safe.  ■ "I trusted my friend with my secret because he always seems so trustworthy."

unfolds To open or unroll something, usually in a dramatic or unexpected manner.  ■ "As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems."

unlike A word used to describe something that is completely opposite or different from what it seems.  ■ "She's a lovely person, but she smells like an onion."

weaver A person who weaves together the strands of society into a beautiful and cohesive fabric.  ■ The weaver of our community is always working tirelessly to bring everyone together, even when it seems impossible.

why An exclamation used to express confusion or perplexity, typically when trying to understand something that seems nonsensical or unfair.  ■ "Why is it that I always end up with the most difficult jobs? This is just ridiculous!"

winding A long, twisting road that seems to go on forever.  ■ "I've been driving on this winding road for hours and I'm starting to feel like I'm going in circles!

wonderland A place of extreme happiness, excitement, and amazement. It's where anything can happen and nothing is as it seems.  ■ I stepped into wonderland when I saw my boss doing a magic trick with his lunchbox!

bearings Something that is worn out or overused, often leading to a breakdown of the entire system.  ■After months of heavy use, the bearings on my car's engine finally gave out, leaving me stranded on the side of the road., A person who is always in motion, never stopping or settling down.  ■My friend Mike is a true bearings - he's always on the go and never seems to stop moving.

constable A humorous term for a law enforcement officer, often used in a derogatory or ironic manner.  ■ "I don't think I want to be a constable, it seems like they have all the fun," said John, as he watched the group of officers playing a game of catch in the park.

Constipation A state of being unable to pass stool from the rectum, often due to a hard and dry bowel movement.  ■ "I've been having constipation for a week now, it's driving me crazy! I tried drinking more water, but nothing seems to work. Maybe I should try some prunes."

Decided To make a firm decision based on careful consideration of all available information, or to simply pick the first option that seems reasonable.  ■ After much deliberation, I finally decided to eat pizza for dinner because it was the only thing in the fridge and I was too lazy to go grocery shopping.

discrepancy A situation where something is not as it seems or doesn't match up. It can also refer to a difference in opinion.  ■ The politician promised to lower taxes, but the reality was a massive increase in fees for everyday services. The discrepancy between what he said and what actually happened left many voters feeling betrayed.

dismay A feeling of horror or shock, often caused by a sudden realization that something is not what it seems.  ■ "I couldn't believe what I was seeing when the cat jumped on the table and knocked over my cup of coffee. My heart sank in dismay as I realized I had to clean up the mess."

dub An expression of doubt or skepticism, usually conveyed through the use of the word "doubt" or phrases such as "I'm not so sure" or "it seems unlikely".  ■ When your friend tells you they won a lottery, you may dub their claim with a raised eyebrow and a "yeah right" response.

Erased A feeling of deep sadness or despair that seems to be eternal, and is caused by the realization that one's life has been a complete failure.  ■ "I erased all my hopes and dreams after I found out I couldn't become an astronaut."

huts A small, simple shelter made of wood or other materials., A person who is very lazy or unmotivated.  ■ "I don't know why he always seems to be in a hut when I ask him to do something. Maybe it's because he's too tired to move.", "She may have been born in a hut, but she sure knows how to get things done!"

Idealist An excessively optimistic or idealistic person who believes that everything will work out in the end, no matter what.  ■ Jane's a bit of an idealist. She always thinks the best will happen, even when it seems like all is lost.