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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
Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
The collection of snaps also included a close-up shot of her wearing the same outfit while looking in the mirror.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 3 May 2025
Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
Unique and bold, leave it to Doja to leave us wanting more of her beauty looks.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 3 May 2025
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Verb
Listen to this article 4 min Joe Pantoliano is looking for a change of scenery.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
The collection of snaps also included a close-up shot of her wearing the same outfit while looking in the mirror.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 3 May 2025
Noun
The breathable fabric used on the seats makes cushions optional and gives the set a minimalist look that complements its clean silhouette.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 May 2025
Unique and bold, leave it to Doja to leave us wanting more of her beauty looks.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look
Noun
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Music, literature and the visual arts are not optional luxuries but essential expressions of our humanity.—
William P. Yeakel,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2025
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But a huge expression of dissent from church leaders in Africa, the place that many see as the faith’s future, forced him to backtrack.—
Jason Horowitz,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Plotting all those passes onto the pitch may look a little messy at first glance but the maps below help underline how Pedri’s positional flexibility, adapting his game to the defensive approach of each opposing team, allows Barcelona to keep moving forward.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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At first glance, the white track top looks like a standard issue track top.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The family had alerted fans to the health issue a few days earlier, revealing that Caliente would be stepping back from public appearances after requiring a leg amputation.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Apr. 2025
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Every year of experience, every successful client outcome, and every new credential or media appearance increases your brand equity and the ROI for your clients.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Case in point: the rapper and singer has only been to two Met Galas, but both her fashion and beauty looks have cemented themselves as some of the most memorable to date.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
3 May 2025
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And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok—or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Farthing, 50, is accused of punching another hotel guest in the face during an argument.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Social media is on Think Tank’s side, and most people seem to be praising Conrad for his bravery in the face of armed soldiers.—
Jennifer Zhan,
Vulture,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Post yourself up at hotels like The Carlyle or The Mark, and you’re bound to catch a glimpse of one of your favorite singers or actors.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
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General Hospital isn't typically a place Americans might get a glimpse of a future presidential candidate, but that happened this week when ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith made a surprise return to the long-running drama.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Toxic Freedom has an online presence and can be found at https://toxic-freedom.com.—
Tina Harbuck,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Global expansion is crucial for brands seeking to increase reach, grow revenue and build a strong international presence.—
Bhavesh Gupta,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Parent-Bédard, a primarily French-speaking businessman with a sunny smile and spiky hair, launched his first business at age 17, hopping the Canadian border to buy video games from American ports and then selling them in Quebec.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Nonetheless all reactions are enough to warm your heart and put a smile on your face.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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“Look.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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