Sentence examples for appearance of convincing from inspiring English sources

Analysts said they found nothing in the central bank's statement to dispel the belief that at least one more rate increase, probably at the Aug. 22 meeting, was likely, barring the appearance of convincing evidence that economic growth had slowed.

Nice bit of convincing.

They needed a lot of convincing.

It is a matter of convincing ourselves.

In default of convincing scientific knowledge, these explanations are permanent.

They need a lot of convincing.

He may need a bit of convincing.

Or, depending on whom you ask, they are the educational equivalent of fancy wallpaper, lending a vibrant appearance to convince visiting officials that a school is not foundering.

Within minutes of his first appearance, he convinces you that Ben Wade is the most intelligent man in the territory.

The celebrated rapper is, after all, a busy man, making albums, recording guest appearances and, er, convincing Lily Allen to come out of semi-retirement.

The appearance may convince, but how much substance lies behind it?