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]
(..) were promoted in rank. Since they helped a little. You will not be involved either for Madrier's nor for mother Pigot's murder. The press will be talking about you for some time for appearances sake. This is known in France. The private detective is to look after the recess As for the recess. (..)1981 To Kill a Cop