Example sentences of "appear [prep] [be] [v-ing] for [adj] " in BNC.

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1 Releasing a collection of radio sessions with a few previously unavailable songs in perfect timing for Christmas does appear to be begging for critical crucifixion .
2 He appeared to be searching for some key document .
3 Lord Lawson did not specify which taxes should be increased but he appeared to be calling for higher indirect taxation , rather than higher income tax , to bring in an extra £6 billion .
4 This talented designer from the south of Italy often appeared to be designing for those wishing to make an entrance at the Cannes film festival rather than turn heads at Maxim 's .
5 Although several hotels undertook regrading programmes , no major work was undertaken in the construction of new resorts as investors appeared to be waiting for further indications of a permanent return to political stability .
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