To take appearance for reality is a grievous sin and the cause of all calamities.

将现象当成实相是一种严重的错失以及一切灾难的原因。

youdao

Mr.Brown's appearance at the inquiry was not expected to take place until after a general election, which must take place by June.

VOA: standard.2010.01.22

He told the CBS program "60 Minutes" that a mission lasting any longer would take on the appearance of occupation.

CNN: Clinton reiterates troops will leave after a year

If we take his doddery appearance at face value, he is the CEO of a publicly traded company, controls about 40% of it, and appears out of touch with what is going on in the company.

FORBES: Is Rupert Murdoch An Old Fox Or Just Old?

Wahlberg will make a guest appearance to take delivery of his new vehicle.

FORBES: Connect