look (on or upon)

verb

Definition of look (on or upon)next
as in to consider
to think of in a particular way you could call the comment mean-spirited, but I do not look on it that way at all

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look (on or upon)
  1. consider
  2. regard
  3. call
  4. view
  5. count
  6. believe
  7. feel
  8. think
Verb
  • The politically-fraught topic is also the subject of debate in Washington and in city councils and commissioners courts across the state, where communities have considered local tax incentives.
    — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
  • The sandwiches don’t need to be boring in order to be quick and simple — consider gyros.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of consider
Verb
  • Opera Carolina lawsuits and turnover Opera Carolina has seen significant upheaval since 2024, including public and internal criticism over questions regarding nepotism and the leadership structure.
    — Catherine Muccigrosso July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • The couple posts on their social media platforms regarding candy drops, pop-ups and store updates.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
Definition of regard
Verb
  • Johnny then becomes bonded to a supernatural demon called the Spirit of Vengeance and is able to transform into a flaming, skeletal biker.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 July 2026
  • Josh Smead runs an architecture business called Liberty Design Development with his wife and hails from Liberty.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
Definition of call
Verb
  • My full card and viewing breakdown has the broadcast details.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • Regardless, the Red Sox viewed Early as the odd-man out as Breslow tries to navigate the upcoming trade deadline with the Red Sox having played themselves back into a playoff spot by winning 21 out of their last 25 games.
    — Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026
Definition of view
Verb
  • Despite Clarity’s choppy obstacle course, the tedious and frustrating tradition of counting votes and lining up bipartisan yeahs, Member by Member, is a tactic the crypto industry has time to employ and perfect.
    — Cleve Mesidor, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • The Athletic counted, downloaded and listened to all 308 goals over 104 games, as called by Telemundo’s nine announcers, and found the longest call of the men’s World Cup.
    — Emily Olsen, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of count
Verb
  • Their success appears to have emboldened others to believe some form of change is possible.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • Stahl believes conference-wide bargaining is more likely to succeed by taking the athlete-school relationship out of the equation.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of believe
Verb
  • For many holders, paying with Bitcoin still feels less like using money and more like selling an appreciating asset.
    — Sean Lee, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • There’s a reason people often feel calmer after spending time in the water.
    — Patricia Neligan, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of feel
Verb
  • Didymo in its nonblooming form occurs naturally in more water bodies than previously thought, and is native to the Intermountain West, including Idaho, according to Taylor.
    — Hannah Smith July 25, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2026
  • But a century ago, even the founding fathers were thinking about the future of this fruit.
    — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
Definition of think
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“Look (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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