At first glance
prep_phrase
prep_phrase ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 on first seeing (someone or something); immediately wordnet
- 2 after an initial impression, which later proves incorrect wordnet
Prep_phrase
- 1 After only a superficial examination or review. modal
"At first glance it seems to be a reasonable idea. But we'll see."
Synonyms
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More examples"At first glance it seems to be a reasonable idea. But we'll see."