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Recent Examples of look on
For now, based on available hints, here’s how the Padres might look on Opening Day against Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers.
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Dennis Lin, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The Huskies will have a different look on defense from the 3-3-5 scheme that Matt Brock introduced and had success with over the last two seasons.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
But Beijing has done little more than look on as its geopolitical rival shakes up the rules of engagement.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
Bündchen smiled wide and flashed the camera a peace sign, putting her radiant no-makeup makeup look on display.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Fans of the popular culinary competition got an early look on Instagram ahead of a private preview hosted by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
People look on as Israeli emergency services secure the area of a missile attack near Beit Shemesh, about 19 miles west of Jerusalem, March 1, 2026.
—CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
There are no special parking spots, so your best advice is to dress not just in green but warmly, arrive early and look on side streets.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Well, now there’s a new rule—per this incredibly chic look on Kendall Jenner.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
Dennis Lin, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The Huskies will have a different look on defense from the 3-3-5 scheme that Matt Brock introduced and had success with over the last two seasons.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
But Beijing has done little more than look on as its geopolitical rival shakes up the rules of engagement.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
Bündchen smiled wide and flashed the camera a peace sign, putting her radiant no-makeup makeup look on display.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Fans of the popular culinary competition got an early look on Instagram ahead of a private preview hosted by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
People look on as Israeli emergency services secure the area of a missile attack near Beit Shemesh, about 19 miles west of Jerusalem, March 1, 2026.
—CBS News, 1 Mar. 2026
There are no special parking spots, so your best advice is to dress not just in green but warmly, arrive early and look on side streets.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Well, now there’s a new rule—per this incredibly chic look on Kendall Jenner.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for look on
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Beijing may need to look elsewhere for supply if Iran’s exports are disrupted, another factor that could increase energy prices.—
Alex Veiga,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The blast caused minor damage and police are looking for one or more suspects, with no casualties reported.—
Nasteho Said,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Balat stared ahead at the defense table.—
Jake Offenhartz,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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But viewers might not have to fill those three minutes staring at Lionel Messi downing a Gatorade.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
9 Mar. 2026
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But the real luxury is the intimacy and hands-on attention guests receive, from sitting by the fire and gazing out at the glaciers to shredding powder in the alpine.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2026
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Make your way to the opposite side of the country, to the southern town of Muzinë, to gaze into the Blue Eye, a natural spring boasting some of the bluest water in the world.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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Samson Fellows peered inside a Winnipeg church on Grosvenor Avenue.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 Mar. 2026
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Wonyetye had been arrested just a few weeks prior on a misdemeanor charge of night prowling after he was caught peering through windows in Lake Worth, The Palm Beach Post reported in 1991.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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Defense ranked 21st in the NBA remains a glaring weakness.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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The sun ascended above BayCare Ballpark during batting practice, glaring straight into the outfield.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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If the San Diego County Water Authority eventually reaches deals with other agencies, the amount of water sold will be small compared to the gaping water shortfall that is pushing reservoir levels lower along the Colorado River.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Texas’ best player Dailyn Swain pulled down 11 rebounds, but was saddled with foul trouble as well and didn’t score in the second half, leaving a gaping hole in the scoring department.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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And beyond that, speed and a large viewing area are also key concerns.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Maps of road closures can be viewed here.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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