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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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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I found her at the mall looking at the new outfits on the mannequins
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as in to explore
to search through or into
the owner is being forced to look into new options for promoting his declining business
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look at
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as in debate
to give serious and careful thought to
Let's look at what we're dealing with here.
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Recent Examples of look
Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
If Harris is going to be the bruising workhorse, the Chargers should be looking for a complement to that skill set.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Apr. 2025
Here’s a look at the interplay between higher tariffs and lower domestic taxes on consumers and U.S. businesses.
—Tobias Burns, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Perhaps more interesting is how the team’s other stars have looked.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
If Harris is going to be the bruising workhorse, the Chargers should be looking for a complement to that skill set.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
The actor-singer-host has been living her best redhead life for most of this year so far, and each look is better than the last.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 9 Apr. 2025
Here’s a look at the interplay between higher tariffs and lower domestic taxes on consumers and U.S. businesses.
—Tobias Burns, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look
Noun
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Inaba’s portrait of the human-feline relationship is reverential, an expression of devotion in its attention to detail.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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That’s because this distillery just makes really good bourbon that is very fairly priced, and that includes its single-barrel expression.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2025
Noun
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At first glance, the one in downtown San José could have been a typical anti-Trump protest anywhere.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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At first glance, the one in downtown San Jose could have been a typical anti-Trump protest anywhere.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Behavior Incentivized By The Folly Broadly put, the problematic feature of our political system is it has been designed to encourage leaders to think short-term and to focus on appearance over results.—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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His absence provides rookie KJ Simpson with an opportunity to foster his development heading into the offseason and likely appearances with the summer league team in July.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Jonathan, who is captivated by her beauty and kindness, joins forces with her magical friends, empowering Snow White to find her voice and the strength and courage to face the Evil Queen.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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As Markle's version of Goop, The Tig was about living a worldly life, broadening your horizons, and aspiring for beauty and wellness in the everyday.—
Alanna Bennett,
refinery29.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The club was candid — perhaps to a fault — regarding its extensive efforts to trade the face of the franchise, hoping to clear up payroll and roster space.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The rash generally appears three to five days after the first symptoms, beginning as flat red spots on the face and then spreading downward to the neck, trunk, arms, legs and feet.—
Devi Shastri,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The channel offers fans an intimate glimpse into his life through a variety of content, including personal insights and challenges.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The more candid posts on the page give Carti fans a glimpse into his personality and interests.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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And within a few years, she would be personally banished from Nazi Germany by Adolf Hitler and become a stalwart presence for millions of radio listeners during World War II.—
Mycah Hazel,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2025
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Ono’s presence in his life seemingly motivated Lennon to explore new ways of creating music and bring new experiences to his fans.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Snow will play Mandy Matney, a journalist with a sunny smile and a suspicious view of the world.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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March Madness brings big smiles to some while tears for others.—
The Pham,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Look.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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