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lookouts

noun

plural of lookout
1
as in observatories
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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2
as in views
all that can be seen from a certain point we were struck by the amazing beauty of the lookout from the top of the tower

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3
as in guards
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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4
as in watches
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 lookouts Brunton told The Times that the county was launching a pilot program (somewhat literally) to use helicopters as fire lookouts. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Hiking trails lead to lookouts, while paddleboards allow for spontaneous exploration of the private island's coastline. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026 Panoramic lookouts and majestic oaks alternate as the trail winds its way upward. — Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026 Dogs are natural lookouts who love to survey their territory. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 This family-friendly beach features a boardwalk with lookouts, playground, volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 July 2026 Wolfe is known for her quirky vacation rentals, which include the Big Idaho Potato near Boise; a Hobbit home in Chelan, Washington; a cocoon in Oregon; a tropical treehouse in Hawaii; and several Idaho fire lookouts. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 24 June 2026 What to see today There are plenty of hikes and lookouts throughout the park, from Halemaʻumaʻu Crater to the petroglyph field, featuring ancient rock carvings, along the Chain of Craters Road. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 20 May 2026 Inland, Dunk Island is covered in lush rainforest, with several trails leading to lookouts, quiet beaches, and the island’s high point, Mount Kootaloo, which sits at 900 feet above sea level. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookouts
  1. observatories
  2. views
  3. guards
  4. watches
  5. overlooks
  6. panoramas
  7. custodians
  8. vigils
Noun
  • As the newest heavy hitter in orbital observatories continues the journey to its final destination, NASA has begun the process of switching the spacecraft on.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The first Lagrange point (L1) also hosts spacecraft, including solar and weather observatories; the other three points are uninhabited.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of observatories
Noun
  • Food and drink The property’s on-site restaurant serves decent New American fare in a room that offers the same excellent views as the penthouses, or on the hotel’s delightful terrace during the warmer months.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
  • More than 75 acres unfold around the house, with sweeping views of both the Berkshire and Taconic Mountains.
    — Madeline Weinfield, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of views
Noun
  • The Earl of Nithsdale broke out of the Tower of London by dressing as a lady-in-waiting and slipping past the guards.
    — Bill Reinhard, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Unfortunately, the less said about China’s guards, the better; their main job is to get the ball past half court without turning it over and then feed the bigs.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of guards
Noun
  • Both watches also have Apple's ultra-wideband chip for precisely locating your phone nearby.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The original Ladybird housed the smallest round mechanical movement then produced in series, turning an exercise in extreme miniaturization into the foundation for some of the brand’s most imaginative jewelry watches.
    — Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of watches
Noun
  • Travelers can spend a few weeks following the entire route or easily choose a section to experience the historic river towns, scenic overlooks, wildlife refuges, and communities built along the mighty Mississippi.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Designated an All-American Road, the route packs in eight state parks, historic landmarks, beaches, art galleries, and unforgettable overlooks.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of overlooks
Noun
  • Three Fall Must-Dos Take in one of the best fall color panoramas at Brockway Mountain Lookout along Brockway Mountain Drive, linking Copper Harbor and Eagle Harbor, about an hour’s drive north from Houghton.
    — Taryn Shorr-Mckee, Midwest Living, 26 Aug. 2026
  • In general, seek a perch with clear panoramas—such as a hilltop or open field instead of a thick forest.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of panoramas
Noun
  • However, those lawyers said custodians are not legally required to make charities open accounts to receive funds.
    — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The solution for most Americans retiring in Europe is to work with a cross-border financial advisor who has established relationships with custodians that support overseas Americans.
    — Shane Clark, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of custodians
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  • The vigils symbolized the civil liberties that set Hong Kong apart from mainland China.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
  • The vigils, which drew tens of thousands of people a year, were the only large-scale public commemoration on Chinese soil of the Tiananmen crackdown, discussion of which is heavily censored in mainland China.
    — Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of vigils

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“Lookouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookouts. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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