LOOK ON OR UPON Synonyms: 20 Similar Words

look (on or upon)

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Definition of look (on or upon)

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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AstraZeneca is considering a merger with Bristol Myers Squibb that would value the combined company at roughly $400 billion, the Financial Times reported Sunday.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
So when gas prices spiked after the war in Iran began, Johnson not only changed her commute but considered a second job or seeking out a roommate for her and her partner.

— Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of consider

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Organized in conjunction with Atlanta History Center, this event gives you the unique opportunity to view archival materials and artifacts while learning the full story of this Atlanta landmark.

— Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Given the candid, diaristic nature of its construction and presentation, it could equally be viewed as a nonfiction record of Owens and Arthur’s creative collaboration.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of view

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Sending him, along with pitching prospect Mason McGwire, to the Los Angeles Angels for reliever Ryan Zeferjahn counts as further evidence that the Cubs don’t think Ballesteros is a catcher going forward.

— Eno Sarris, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
But the administration decided that being homeless isn't a medical condition and can't count as an automatic out from having to meet the new requirements.

— Katheryn Houghton, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026

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If there was any question as to whether the front office believes this Cubs team can do damage in the postseason, their trade deadline moves should quell those thoughts.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026
Some believed Thomas County Central was as good or better than Class 7A Buford, the consensus national champion.

— Jack Leo, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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