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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
The show started at 5:30 p.m., with the country superstar taking the stage around 9 p.m.
Sevier contends that Walker was negligent in operating his car by failing to keep a careful lookout, driving too fast for conditions while Sevier was on the road, and striking him.
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 12 June 2025
Nightlife Stay up late for stellar stargazing from lookouts like the Vista House at Crown Point, a popular waystop among motorists since the early 1900s, who come to bask in the gorge’s grandeur.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
While the campsites are not directly on the sand, there are several lookout points to see Pacific waves crash on the shoreline, plus staircases that lead down to the beach.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 16 June 2025
Another option is to take the Silver Moccasin Trail to other segments of the forest, including a 6.6-mile hike to the Vetter Mountain fire lookout, where you can be inducted into the Ancient and Honorable Order of the Squirrels.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 12 June 2025
Nightlife Stay up late for stellar stargazing from lookouts like the Vista House at Crown Point, a popular waystop among motorists since the early 1900s, who come to bask in the gorge’s grandeur.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
While the campsites are not directly on the sand, there are several lookout points to see Pacific waves crash on the shoreline, plus staircases that lead down to the beach.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 16 June 2025
Another option is to take the Silver Moccasin Trail to other segments of the forest, including a 6.6-mile hike to the Vetter Mountain fire lookout, where you can be inducted into the Ancient and Honorable Order of the Squirrels.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookout
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Drive the two-mile Firehole Canyon Drive off of the Grand Loop, which cruises along the Firehole River to an overlook of Firehole Falls, before hitting the parking area for Firehole Canyon. 5.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
20 June 2025
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An observation tower at the overlook offers 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and three states, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
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Neutral palettes allow colorful artwork, architectural elements, and panoramic views to take center stage.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
7 July 2025
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But much of the criticism focused on one of the paper’s sources, an pseudonymous academic on Twitter whose views on affirmative action and race and IQ have faced intense criticism.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
7 July 2025
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One potential reason why Clark’s peers ranked her so low among guards is due to playing only nine of the Fever’s 16 games this season.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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That intention was both seen and heard—especially when New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud used her platform to deliver a larger message.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Walmart The Lily 2 is Garmin’s lovely little lady watch.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
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Remove any watches, rings or jewelry that could constrict swelling.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 July 2025
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Fun fact: James Webb Space Telescope’s exoplanet discovery While the new study marks the first time the James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a new exoplanet through direct imaging, the observatory confirmed an earlier discovery of a potential exoplanet in January 2023.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 June 2025
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In fact, the observatory has already identified 2,104 new asteroids in its initial datasets.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
24 June 2025
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If students are expected to produce original thoughts when demonstrating their learning, shouldn't instructors, as custodians of intellectual integrity, be held to a similar standard regarding the materials and feedback used to teach?—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Crofts was working as a custodian at the city’s development services office when he was arrested Wednesday.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
27 June 2025
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Visitors will find the artist’s take on a colorful lifeguard tower as the anchor piece in the installation.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
3 July 2025
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Two organizations last year filed CEQA lawsuits against an LPA Design Studios plan to build four infill high-rise towers with 787 market-rate apartments along the American River.—
Theresa Clift
July 3,
Sacbee.com,
3 July 2025
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The council will also consider measures to hold parents and guardians accountable for their children's actions, including fines and parenting classes for repeat violations.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
8 July 2025
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Riding on the laurels of military success in Iran, Netanyahu and Trump envision themselves as guardians of the free world.—
Ayelet Gundar-Goshen,
Time,
7 July 2025
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“Lookout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookout. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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