The playground 'gives every appearance of' being a safe place for children [=the playground appears to be a safe place for children], but a tragic accident occurred there recently.
He has announced that this will be his final/last 'appearance' with the band. [=the last time that he will perform in public with the band]
I wasn't expecting him to come and was surprised by his sudden 'appearance'. [=I was surprised when he suddenly appeared/arrived]
(..) these things now. I'm certain you'll not be disappointed. She is a rare creature... chosen from hundreds for her appearance, her grace, her poise... and her ineffable charm. We can never reconcile our differences. They are too elemental. (..)1957 Funny Face