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as in to express
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown
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as in to intend
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
they were looking to make a fast buck
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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
you should have seen the look on your face when we yelled "Surprise!"
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as in appearance
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the bride's father has the look of a prosperous businessman
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as in beauty
looks plural
the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses
a supermodel's career tends to be entirely based on her exceptional good looks
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Recent Examples of look
Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
None of the people close to them care about it because the majority of the people that are advising kids now are agents who are looking at it from a business perspective, or families that are not sentimental about any of this.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Here's a look at photos of protesters, signs and more at the Ann Arbor rallies.
—Tanya Wildt, Freep.com, 28 Mar. 2026
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Verb
One player who’s looking forward to working with Corona is freshman Max DeHoyos.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
None of the people close to them care about it because the majority of the people that are advising kids now are agents who are looking at it from a business perspective, or families that are not sentimental about any of this.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
Like the conventional, more ornamental Fritillaries used for bulb planting, its flowers have a lampshade look.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
Here's a look at photos of protesters, signs and more at the Ann Arbor rallies.
—Tanya Wildt, Freep.com, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look
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Sonya and Jason, the inn's effervescent community coordinators seem to have every islander on speed-dial and will plan and replan your itinerary as many times as needed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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But the facility wasn’t up to snuff for NASCAR to return in 2014 — a product of the facility getting worse with time — and at that point, the racing seemed forever lost.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Rodriguez expressed mixed feelings about the district's long-term plan.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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While people sometimes express this view in jest, others believe the fake environment borders on a cultural abomination.—
Adam Kadlac,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Supporters said the bill is intended to address ongoing concerns about insurance availability following destructive wildfires across the region.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative icon Charlie Kirk, have revealed who prosecutors intend to call to the stand and also asked the court to delay the preliminary hearing.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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The trip raised hopes among some members on the WhatsApp chain that expressions of empathy toward Palestinians will become more common at Beth El, both from the bimah and in synagogue-wide communications.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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The United States not only encourages artistic expression, it’s enshrined in the Constitution, under the First Amendment’s freedom of speech and assembly.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Food and drink At first glance, Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge seemed like a typical NYC rooftop—the kind of place where views take priority and food is an afterthought.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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At first glance, green and bordeaux seem like an unusual duo, but this street style shows that contrasts work!—
Jana Ackermann,
Glamour,
28 Mar. 2026
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So Easter is on April 5, the first Sunday after the full moon's appearance.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Raya, who only had 12 relief appearances in his career and never a save opportunity, struck out the side in the ninth for the Saints.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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Jude and the cinematographer Marius Panduru shot the film on an iPhone, and the nimbleness and range of their outdoor setups summon forth images of a crisp, unshowy beauty.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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The final episode looks at the science and savvy behind South Korea’s beauty industry and how the country came to set the agenda for cosmetics consumers around the world.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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Soft, adjustable lighting, outdoor rain showers with peepholes framing the scenery, incredibly comfy poolside daybeds, super-crisp sheets, open-plan bathrooms with capacious closets—everything works, but nothing feels forced or superfluous.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Charlotte Hornets found the wrong kind of déjà vu Sunday, losing a home game to the Boston Celtics that never really felt close.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Look.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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