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On the face of it
Prepositional phrase
Definitions
1.
Prepositional phrase
Seemingly; to all appearances; as far as can be seen or determined without deeper investigation or analysis.
"On the face of it, his case seemed hopeless. But appearances can be deceptive."
Synonyms
apparently
ostensibly
seemingly
facial expression
countenance
appearance
prima facie
human face
outwardly
appearances
facially
looks like
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