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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
Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
The Lions and the South Hills High Scorpions will both be looking for their first win of the season on Friday, September 5, at Scarborough Handley Field.
—Dylan Craver, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2025
Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Sanders will need to rebuild that with a new-look team.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
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Verb
He was charged with four runs as the Royals were forced to look to their bullpen.
—Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
The Lions and the South Hills High Scorpions will both be looking for their first win of the season on Friday, September 5, at Scarborough Handley Field.
—Dylan Craver, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
Take a look at all your options below.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Sanders will need to rebuild that with a new-look team.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for look
Noun
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The potential represents a fundamentally different relationship between technology and society — one where artificial intelligence could serve as a medium for cultural expression rather than cultural homogenization.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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For leaders, entrepreneurs, and ambitious professionals, Crone’s work helps to dismantle the subconscious barriers preventing the fullest expression of potential.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This rookie class, at first glance, was everything it was expected to be.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Running full speed and without breaking stride, the Red Sox center fielder took one glance at the wall, leapt up and dug his cleat into the cushion to give himself an extra boost.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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Those born just afterwards — Steve McManaman, Darren Anderton (both 1972), Jamie Redknapp (1973) — made 37, 30 and 17 international appearances respectively, much fewer than their talent would have suggested, for various reasons.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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While more research needs to be conducted, a promising clinical study found that participants who took a specific soluble keratin supplement for three months strengthened and improved the appearance of their nails.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s a lot of beauty and thought that actually originated here.—
Vogue Runway,
Vogue,
4 Sep. 2025
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UnCruise offers countless ways to immerse in its beauty.—
UnCruise Adventures,
AFAR Media,
3 Sep. 2025
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Not knowing much about the condition, Mares-Sedillo worried that her face would be permanently altered.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Travis Kelce got right in Jawaan Taylor's face after his second false start of the game.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And Miami’s freshman class gave glimpses of how much more the Hurricanes may be ready to improve during their 45-3 rout of Bethune-Cookman at Hard Rock Stadium.—
Andre Fernandez,
Miami Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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Although Asia is where the totality eclipsed moon will occur highest in the night sky, Europe gets a glimpse of totality shortly after moonrise.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Beyoncé’s Partnership with Ulta Having established itself as an award-winning collection, Cécred expanded and joined Ulta Beauty’s brand portfolio in 2025, launching in over 1,400 stores nationwide and continuing to maintain its presence through its main website to offer exclusive brand deals.—
Braedon Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Sep. 2025
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That means women on average tend to contact men who are perceived to be slightly less or roughly the same as them in terms of desirability and attractiveness, which signals a cautious approach.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Other factors may also contribute to your mosquito attractiveness, like your genetics and skin odor.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Look.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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