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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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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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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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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
With their panoramic vistas of Mount Rainier, the Cascade Range, alpine lakes, and evergreen forests, the park’s four historic fire lookouts—Mount Fremont, Shriner Peak, Gobbler’s Knob, and Tolmie Peak—deliver some of the best views.
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Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The trail at Maiden Rock Bluff State Natural Area boasts one of the prettiest lookouts on the entire Mississippi.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
The group ate meals that were delivered to her, posted lookouts for social workers and cops and stored drugs, guns and ammunition in her apartment.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Bus operators and conductors are lookouts for first responders and are on the scene before emergency personnel arrive.
—John Samuelsen, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
Over the next few years, Wolfe plans to add three more towers and a small museum dedicated to the history of fire lookouts.
—Elaine Glusac, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Viewers also go up into the crow’s nest – the lookouts’ point of view – and into the lifeboats.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
If the forecast calls for fog, change your plans and head to California’s sunny south, where lookouts like Redondo Beach Pier in LA County stay open all night.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 1 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, White and Mordon placed Register in one of their two rental cars with Aristil and Tillman acting as lookouts.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The trail at Maiden Rock Bluff State Natural Area boasts one of the prettiest lookouts on the entire Mississippi.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 31 Mar. 2026
The group ate meals that were delivered to her, posted lookouts for social workers and cops and stored drugs, guns and ammunition in her apartment.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Bus operators and conductors are lookouts for first responders and are on the scene before emergency personnel arrive.
—John Samuelsen, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
Over the next few years, Wolfe plans to add three more towers and a small museum dedicated to the history of fire lookouts.
—Elaine Glusac, Time, 12 Mar. 2026
Viewers also go up into the crow’s nest – the lookouts’ point of view – and into the lifeboats.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
If the forecast calls for fog, change your plans and head to California’s sunny south, where lookouts like Redondo Beach Pier in LA County stay open all night.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 1 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, White and Mordon placed Register in one of their two rental cars with Aristil and Tillman acting as lookouts.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookouts
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The asteroid was identified several days ago by astronomers at five observatories, including Farpoint Observatory in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, and Mount Lemmon Observatory in Arizona’s Santa Catalina Mountains.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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In Western Australia, 89% of visitors surveyed showed interest in traveling specifically for stargazing, and the sector continues to grow through astronomical observatories, dark sky preserves, aurora viewing, dark sky festivals and astrophotography destinations.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
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The spa The bright-white spa has six treatment rooms, an adults-only infinity pool with panoramic ocean views, and a full-service salon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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There’s a reason the video has more than 16 million views in 22 hours since it was posted.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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The best teams built around Dončić have had complementary guards (Jalen Brunson, Kyrie Irving) who could take on playmaking duties for long stretches independently and play off the ball with him.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Ross described strict rules and constant shouting from guards and condescending treatment at the detention facility in Louisiana.—
Jade le Deley,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The batteries are commonly found in products including phones, watches, e-cigarettes, hoverboards and appliances.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Below are 15 of the coolest green-dial watches currently on the market.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 May 2026
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After flying into Reno-Tahoe International Airport, take the 45-minute drive along the winding mountain pass, with plenty of overlooks to take in the panoramic views.—
Daria Bachmann,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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And former President Obama was part of many small but important decisions, from how the food tastes, the height of barriers at the overlooks, and the art pieces that all tell a story.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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As the missions continue — with Curiosity climbing higher along Mount Sharp and Perseverance scouting new terrain along Jezero's rim — more high-resolution panoramas are expected.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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To showcase the distinct regions each rover is exploring, NASA recently shared dueling panoramas composed from hundreds of photos taken between the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Some investment custodians may not recognize a power of attorney unless a specific document is officially attached to the account.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Customers can receive books documenting a watch’s history with blank pages in the back where future generations and custodians can write their names to continue the legacy of the treasured object.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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But inside mosques, at vigils and around family tables, conversations reveal a city still reeling, and one beginning to reckon with what comes next.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The vigils continued with another one Tuesday night at a commission meeting in Tamarac.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Lookouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookouts. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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