looks up

verb

Definition of looks upnext
present tense third-person singular of look up
1
as in pursues
to go in search of be sure to look me up if you're ever in town

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2
as in brightens
to become glad or hopeful by the next morning, the skies had begun to clear and we were looking up

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  1. pursues
  2. brightens
  3. seeks
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  • The company plans to double its customer base next year and actively pursues global expansion.
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The council has already approved a roughly $71,000 agreement for Mueller Communications to lead a public education campaign in the event the city pursues a referendum.
    Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of pursues
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  • The five-in-one face formula (right) hydrates, smoothes, firms, plumps, and brightens while the eye cream brightens dark circles, reduces puffiness, refreshes tired eyes, smooths appearance of fine lines, and hydrates to visibly firm skin.
    Andrea Lavinthal, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The natural, anti-microbial toning mist instantly brightens the skin and can be used throughout the day to refresh the skin.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of brightens
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  • Plaintiff Craig seeks financial compensation for his losses.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Of course, every brand seeks to connect with its intended audience.
    Anne Marie Nelson-Bogle, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of seeks
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looks (toward)

looks up

look to

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