looking out (for) 1 of 2

present participle of look out (for)

looking out for

2 of 2

phrase

present participle of look out for

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for looking out (for)
Verb
  • The kids started and stopped on a circular path outlined by orange traffic cones, with adults watching and directing nearby.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Viewers could comment on shows in real time and buy items online while watching, putting interaction, entertainment and commerce inside the same experience.
    Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2026
Phrase
  • Elektra was previously the editor-in-chief at Selfridges, looking after content and editorial, and has held senior roles at i-D and Vice.
    Elektra Kotsoni, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Those early years of looking after my mother gave me an appreciation for human needs and family diversity.
    Gloria Steinem, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Being caring doesn’t require being available in every direction at once.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2026
  • Family described Thakur in an online fundraiser for her funeral as caring, loving and selfless.
    Madisen Keavy, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
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“Looking out (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looking%20out%20%28for%29. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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