1
as in seems
to give the impression of being
it looks like it might rain
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2
as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown
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3
as in plans
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
they were looking to make a fast buck
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as in beauty
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 looks
PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
The departure of so many high earners will also have helped reduce the wage bill, but City’s two-part rebuild looks to have been more or less completed, barring one or two additions if injuries strike.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The mixer's bowl boasts a distinctive walnut shade and wood grain pattern, and its food-safe seal means the bowl works hard (and looks good doing it).
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Green Bay will be utilizing him in its pass rush as the defense looks to get after Jared Goff.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
On the surface, a spinoff looks simple.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Gayken recounted a child who was scared and alone and about to undergo a CT scan, which looks at damage inside the body.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The Dutch oven is coated in striking enamel that not only looks stunning on a tablescape, but is also easy to clean and scratch-resistant, per the brand.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Mushroom coffee looks and smells like regular coffee.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
These canines are individuals, like humans, with different personalities, looks and behaviors, who deserve unique names.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
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—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The streaming service has also released a series of new photos revealing first looks at new series regulars Edie Falco (Nurse Jackie) and Laura Benanti (Younger), and recurring guest star Lennie James (Fear of the Walking Dead).
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 20 Aug. 2025
There are a myriad of looks from the artist’s past that grabbed me.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 20 Aug. 2025
With shares trading well above historical norms relative to revenue and no clear profitability timeline, a reset looks plausible.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Smith notes Gordon did get better looks to run against when facing the Lions.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
According to this information, the battery on the iPhone 17 Pro looks to be an impressive upgrade.
—PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
The departure of so many high earners will also have helped reduce the wage bill, but City’s two-part rebuild looks to have been more or less completed, barring one or two additions if injuries strike.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The mixer's bowl boasts a distinctive walnut shade and wood grain pattern, and its food-safe seal means the bowl works hard (and looks good doing it).
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Green Bay will be utilizing him in its pass rush as the defense looks to get after Jared Goff.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
On the surface, a spinoff looks simple.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Gayken recounted a child who was scared and alone and about to undergo a CT scan, which looks at damage inside the body.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The Dutch oven is coated in striking enamel that not only looks stunning on a tablescape, but is also easy to clean and scratch-resistant, per the brand.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Mushroom coffee looks and smells like regular coffee.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
These canines are individuals, like humans, with different personalities, looks and behaviors, who deserve unique names.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The streaming service has also released a series of new photos revealing first looks at new series regulars Edie Falco (Nurse Jackie) and Laura Benanti (Younger), and recurring guest star Lennie James (Fear of the Walking Dead).
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 20 Aug. 2025
There are a myriad of looks from the artist’s past that grabbed me.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 20 Aug. 2025
With shares trading well above historical norms relative to revenue and no clear profitability timeline, a reset looks plausible.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Smith notes Gordon did get better looks to run against when facing the Lions.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looks
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The National Assembly lacks a clear governing majority and Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) seems ever closer to finally winning power.—
Cole Stangler,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Hardly seems like enough to cow these arrogant companies into behaving, especially when their business model is so intrinsically tied to hoovering up other people’s information and creative work.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If a user expresses thoughts of suicide, Ebb is trained to pass the conversation to a crisis line, Glover says.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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In his voiceover, McElwee frequently addresses Adrian and eulogizes his memory, but also expresses self-critical ruminations about his part in his son’s death, how his filmmaking may have contributed to his shaky self-image and the growing distance between them.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Following the Toronto premiere, the team plans an extensive international festival run and theatrical releases across multiple countries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Schroeck said some current faculty will teach the courses online and the school plans to hire six new professors over the next three years to supplement the staff.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s a lot of beauty and thought that actually originated here.—
Vogue Runway,
Vogue,
4 Sep. 2025
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UnCruise offers countless ways to immerse in its beauty.—
UnCruise Adventures,
AFAR Media,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This way, the space feels truly your own on delivery day.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The wide-leg silhouette feels chic and trendy without having to sacrifice on comfort.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Todd Williams voices the beloved vampire hunter, though the character maintains the likeness of Ali.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Nolan Ryan Famous Texas Rangers pitcher, team president and CEO Nolan Ryan shows up and voices himself in episode 10.—
Jake Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Good Good intends to build a digital clubhouse for its followers and play a more active role in their golfing lives.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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With money tight after an unpleasant divorce, Clara intends to sell her mother’s apartment — which her late father left in her name — in a matter of weeks.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Notice the colors, sounds and textures around you.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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If the sheer size of the event sounds intimidating, that’s understandable.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Looks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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