On the face of it
idiomatic phrase
From the information that is immediately available, before deeper investigation.
On the face of it, this seems like a great deal, but let’s look into all the details before making a decision.
Often appears as...
- seems on the face of it
- appears on the face of it
idiomatic phrase
From the information that is immediately available, before deeper investigation.
On the face of it, this seems like a great deal, but let’s look into all the details before making a decision.
Often appears as...
- seems on the face of it
- appears on the face of it
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Initial Impressions
Emphasizes that a conclusion is drawn from the first, superficial understanding of a situation.
On the face of it, he seems friendly, but that may not be the full story.
Pro Tip 2/3Deceptive Appearances
Suggests that appearances might be misleading, and more information could alter our view.
On the face of it, their marriage is happy, but only they know the truth.
Pro Tip 3/3Critical Thinking
Encourages not to accept things at surface value and to look beyond initial observations.
The contract looks good on the face of it, but scrutinize the terms before signing.
Pro Tip 1/3Initial Impressions
Emphasizes that a conclusion is drawn from the first, superficial understanding of a situation.
On the face of it, he seems friendly, but that may not be the full story.
Pro Tip 2/3Deceptive Appearances
Suggests that appearances might be misleading, and more information could alter our view.
On the face of it, their marriage is happy, but only they know the truth.
Pro Tip 3/3Critical Thinking
Encourages not to accept things at surface value and to look beyond initial observations.
The contract looks good on the face of it, but scrutinize the terms before signing.
Pro Tip 1/3Initial Impressions
Emphasizes that a conclusion is drawn from the first, superficial understanding of a situation.
On the face of it, he seems friendly, but that may not be the full story.
Pro Tip 2/3Deceptive Appearances
Suggests that appearances might be misleading, and more information could alter our view.
On the face of it, their marriage is happy, but only they know the truth.
Pro Tip 3/3Critical Thinking
Encourages not to accept things at surface value and to look beyond initial observations.
The contract looks good on the face of it, but scrutinize the terms before signing.
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