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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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
K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
Black versions feel especially edgy yet still have a lightness that looks amazing with skinny pants.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2026
Out back, a patio looks onto the fairway, offering a quiet place to start or end the day.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The future looks bleak for non-power conferences and uncertain for Big East, Big 12 and ACC, too.
—Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Our Top Makeup Brush Sets When the brushes are thoughtfully designed—think soft, dense fibers and sturdy handles—blending tends to be easier, and your makeup looks that much more polished.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Mar. 2026
This is the kind of error that looks obvious in retrospect and invisible until someone decides to check.
—Paul M. Sutter, Scientific American, 27 Mar. 2026
The bullpen looks much stronger, with former San Diego closer Robert Suárez working a scoreless eighth in his new role as the Braves set-up man for Raisel Iglesias.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Charlotte is 33-18 and looks totally different.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
That’s looks-maxxing terminology for becoming really, really hot.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
By the looks of it, Gregory outworked her opponent, emphasizing kitchen table issues like the cost of property insurance — and voters took notice.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
At the Anaheim Convention Center, more than 50 panels and presentations with first looks, talks with storytellers and behind-the-scenes insights.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
The Grand Sport will also get unique looks both inside and out.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Six of Boston’s first 10 shot attempts came not from Brown or Tatum, but from Sam Hauser, who saw a steady diet of wide-open looks against OKC’s defense.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
No confirmation has been provided about whether such elements as Jessie Buckley’s expected best actress win indeed went into the decision to dress the five stars who wore Chanel, but there’s no denying that fashion labels look at several variables before agreeing to create custom looks.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
As for future tiara looks, the best is yet to come, Matta insisted.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Verb
The last week of March heads into April with one of the most important sci-fi franchises of all time, plus a French drama that looks cool and the latest John Wick flick.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
Black versions feel especially edgy yet still have a lightness that looks amazing with skinny pants.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2026
Out back, a patio looks onto the fairway, offering a quiet place to start or end the day.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The future looks bleak for non-power conferences and uncertain for Big East, Big 12 and ACC, too.
—Jon Wilner, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Our Top Makeup Brush Sets When the brushes are thoughtfully designed—think soft, dense fibers and sturdy handles—blending tends to be easier, and your makeup looks that much more polished.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Mar. 2026
This is the kind of error that looks obvious in retrospect and invisible until someone decides to check.
—Paul M. Sutter, Scientific American, 27 Mar. 2026
The bullpen looks much stronger, with former San Diego closer Robert Suárez working a scoreless eighth in his new role as the Braves set-up man for Raisel Iglesias.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Charlotte is 33-18 and looks totally different.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
Guests will have the opportunity to spend the night inside Hannah’s world, just steps from the ocean, and get a peek into the star’s legendary closet, where racks burst with glittering stage looks, sequined tops, and bold accessories.
—Charlie Vargas, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
That’s looks-maxxing terminology for becoming really, really hot.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
By the looks of it, Gregory outworked her opponent, emphasizing kitchen table issues like the cost of property insurance — and voters took notice.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
At the Anaheim Convention Center, more than 50 panels and presentations with first looks, talks with storytellers and behind-the-scenes insights.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
The Grand Sport will also get unique looks both inside and out.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 26 Mar. 2026
Six of Boston’s first 10 shot attempts came not from Brown or Tatum, but from Sam Hauser, who saw a steady diet of wide-open looks against OKC’s defense.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
No confirmation has been provided about whether such elements as Jessie Buckley’s expected best actress win indeed went into the decision to dress the five stars who wore Chanel, but there’s no denying that fashion labels look at several variables before agreeing to create custom looks.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
As for future tiara looks, the best is yet to come, Matta insisted.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looks
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The prospect of winning control of the Senate, where the 2026 map favors Republicans, now seems conceivable but still unlikely.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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The recent uptick in younger hires seems to be a common approach, similarly taken by Cognizant, an IT consulting firm that boasts more than 350,000 employees globally on their site, and is on an entry-level hiring spree.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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If the rock star is a romantic individual who expresses some inner truth through original music, the idol is an omnicompetent interpreter of material.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Natasha, who has come from Wisconsin, expresses similar sentiments.—
Séamas O'Reilly,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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But Barzee’s argument during the hearing offered the first clear detailing of how her team plans to combat the separate criminal charges over the $5 million overpayment.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bonta plans to refile the case in state court.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Jude and the cinematographer Marius Panduru shot the film on an iPhone, and the nimbleness and range of their outdoor setups summon forth images of a crisp, unshowy beauty.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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The final episode looks at the science and savvy behind South Korea’s beauty industry and how the country came to set the agenda for cosmetics consumers around the world.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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With its 18th-century buildings and cobblestones, rue de la Commune feels like the Rive Droite in Paris—except instead of a rivulet, the water is the size of a sea.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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But for students like 11-year-old Dutra, the loss feels personal.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ryan Reynolds voices Pony while Jason Momoa voices Bear in the story of two fugitive animals.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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Keegan-Michael Key, who voices Toad, also showed up fully in character.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Grocery Hub is working on getting SNAP EBT card acceptance back at the location and intends to implement a customer loyalty program, Hussein said.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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Five days later, On3 reported that senior forward Javan Buchanan also intends to be in the portal.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Desensitize to loud or unusual noises—play recordings of transit sounds—such as subway announcements or car horns—while offering treats to create positive associations.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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While that sounds straightforward, the real value lies in its layered rewards system, which introduces additional earning opportunities as well as complications.—
Katherine Fan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Looks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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