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as in overlook
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks
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as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something
make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us
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as in watch
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police
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Recent Examples of lookout
More importantly, the most recent of these sightings, just two years ago, was by a railroad passenger, so keep a lookout for a tall, hairy figure, or for massive footprints, which are also commonly reported, and listen for the mysterious creature’s spine-tingling howls.
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The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Outdoor enthusiasts can book a horseback ride or guided hikes through Cocora Valley that lead to hidden lookouts.
—Boris Seckovic, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Investigators identified Bingham as a lookout during the gun store burglary and the getaway driver, and he was found during his arrest with an item that linked his involvement in the burglary, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
So Joe was chatting up contacts, looking for information, and also acting as a lookout for the FBI.
—Stayton Bonner, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2025
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The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Outdoor enthusiasts can book a horseback ride or guided hikes through Cocora Valley that lead to hidden lookouts.
—Boris Seckovic, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Investigators identified Bingham as a lookout during the gun store burglary and the getaway driver, and he was found during his arrest with an item that linked his involvement in the burglary, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
So Joe was chatting up contacts, looking for information, and also acting as a lookout for the FBI.
—Stayton Bonner, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookout
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There are two structures providing shade on the trail, but none at the scenic overlook, the park service says.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Stop at Laurel Fork Creek and the park overlook for especially beautiful foliage.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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Room for two, a supple ride, a gorgeous view over a curved hood, perfect flow of air up and over the windshield and cockpit with virtually no backsplash to disrupt pleasant conversation, and the ability at any time to experience a rush of power and speed when the moment calls.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Her challengers have highlighted these controversies as evidence the city is due for a changing of the guard.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The castle itself is an enemy in its own right, shifting and breaking around the slayers to throw them off guard and keep them apart.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
10 Sep. 2025
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Under his watch, the once-traditional fast-food chain had launched updatable menu screens in all restaurants and a sophisticated mobile app.—
Elie Ofek,
Harvard Business Review,
14 Sep. 2025
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Ham-And-Cheese Sliders Grandma's stash of Hawaiian rolls is the secret to the perfect sliders, especially for a Sunday football watch party.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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The observatory is named for NASA's second-ever administrator.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Beyond this, the European Space Agency's XMM-Newton X-Ray observatory also studied this spiral galaxy repeatedly and found mysterious regions known as ultraluminous X-ray sources (ULXs).—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The estate is custodian of all works and legacy of Tolkien published during his lifetime, and the joint custodian of works published after his death with the Christopher Tolkien Estate.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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The United Arab Emirates, on the other hand, has provided significant support to the RSF, viewing its commander, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo – widely known as Hemedti – as the custodian of Sudan’s gold exports and the path to its plans for port development along the Red Sea coast.—
Paul Tilsley,
FOXNews.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Humanity, united by one language, settles on a plain in Shinar and begins constructing a tower to reach the heavens and make a name for themselves.—
John Fugelsang
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
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The result is organized, accessible, and much sleeker than a leaning tower of battered cardboard.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the center stands a bronze Caryatid by Louis Félix Chabaud, a classical guardian presiding over a resolutely modern space and anchoring the atrium from below.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The survivors watched in terror as their guardian was relieved of his suit.—
Manuel Muñoz,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Lookout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookout. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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