1
as in seems
to give the impression of being
it looks like it might rain
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2
as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown
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3
as in plans
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
they were looking to make a fast buck
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as in beauty
the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses
a supermodel's career tends to be entirely based on her exceptional good looks
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Recent Examples of looks
Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2025
Another agreed that the pants are flattering on short statures, adding that the material feels soft and looks good when worn with the brand’s matching funnel neck sweatshirt.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
This looks to be a trial phase, but it could be rolled out to other circuits on the calendar.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The assessment looks to set up SpaceX to proceed with its plans, although the agency rejected a proposal to build yet another new landing pad at Canaveral because of environmental concerns.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
The white cushions paired with the wood finish looks great as well.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025
How To Prepare Blue Corn There's a lot of history in our bowls of grits, and Southerners know not all corn looks the same.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2025
With ongoing innovation and collaboration, the future of energy storage looks brighter than ever.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2025
That looks at the physical characteristics of every pitch.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
This plant looks similar to its relatives, the more popular Christmas cacti (Schlumbergera x buckleyi)and Thanksgiving cacti (Schlumbergera truncata), which are named for the holidays closest to their bloom times.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2025
Another agreed that the pants are flattering on short statures, adding that the material feels soft and looks good when worn with the brand’s matching funnel neck sweatshirt.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
This looks to be a trial phase, but it could be rolled out to other circuits on the calendar.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
The assessment looks to set up SpaceX to proceed with its plans, although the agency rejected a proposal to build yet another new landing pad at Canaveral because of environmental concerns.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
The white cushions paired with the wood finish looks great as well.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025
How To Prepare Blue Corn There's a lot of history in our bowls of grits, and Southerners know not all corn looks the same.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2025
With ongoing innovation and collaboration, the future of energy storage looks brighter than ever.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2025
That looks at the physical characteristics of every pitch.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looks
Verb
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Leeds still have a small squad, so a raft of exits, either loan or permanent, seems unlikely.—
Nancy Froston,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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There is some optimism among those connected to the Spanish club about his arrival, which would lessen the potential for more serious moves in January — although multiple sources have told The Athletic that the Englishman moving from Liverpool next month seems unfeasible.—
Mario Cortegana,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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While the area will open initially as open space, Parks and Recreation plans to solicit feedback, a process that will inform how officials develop the park further.—
Elliott Wenzler,
The Denver Post,
25 Jan. 2025
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Following this trend, the University of Vermont plans to launch an undergraduate co-op program in fall 2025.—
Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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Case in point: the rapper and singer has only been to two Met Galas, but both her fashion and beauty looks have cemented themselves as some of the most memorable to date.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
3 May 2025
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And don't forget to follow Allure on Instagram and TikTok—or subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all things beauty.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
2 May 2025
Verb
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When weather conditions allow, an archaeologist intends to conduct a metal detector survey of the area, seeking further discoveries.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Mar. 2025
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Stocked with championship experience from his days as an assistant with Milwaukee and Boston, Lee intends on doing things his way.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Midfielder Curtis Jones has deputised at right-back with Trent Alexander-Arnold (ankle) sidelined, but a fully fit Bradley gives Slot a specialist in that role.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Williams gives Daigneault the freedom to do it.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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What kind of preparation goes into that?—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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One more plank of the United States' global influence goes dark at the president's whim.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Parks and Recreation Another means to investing in both youth and safety, Arulampalam said, is through the city’s Department of Sports and Recreation, which operates the night gyms program the mayor launched in 2024.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2025
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That means Wiggins and Anderson will also be facing their former team on Tuesday.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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On Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and disillusionment, George contemplates taking his life.—
JOHN DEALBREUIN Wealth of Geeks,
Boston Herald,
26 Dec. 2024
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And now, as the store nears closing time, one of the tour participants contemplates what size leg lamp might look best in her house.—
Annie Zaleski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Looks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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