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
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
One idea that still looks elegant but adds a little something-something?
—Luz García, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2025
Leave the designer pieces safely at home and go for a sleek tote that looks every bit as stylish as what everyone in Milan and Paris is sporting—and carries less risk of theft or pickpocketing.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
These days, the break looks different.
—Russell Shaw, The Atlantic, 2 Nov. 2025
Wireless and cable still represent roughly 85% of Rogers’ revenue, but the media and sports segment has been growing faster, as the company looks to unlock some of that value for shareholders.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2025
The GranTurismo Fologre looks fast, but its exterior doesn't totally prepare drivers for just how quick this EV is.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
While plenty of risks remain — Milei’s party will still be in the minority in Argentina’s national legislature, and the South American nation remains deeply indebted — for now Bessent’s risky move looks to be another win, decades after his involvement in a legendary bet against the UK pound.
—Daniel Flatley, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
This year looks likely to at least match that number of newbies, with room to grow.
—Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
From striking two-piece sweater sets to a sophisticated wool cape and comfy Mary Jane flats, here are five looks to shop to capture French style this season.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The number of decisions, both large and small, can significantly affect how the home functions and looks.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
For Findikoglu, whose designs interrogate traditional modes of femininity and unspools them into powerfully sensually looks, hair acts as armor and invitation into her gothic underworld.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
Thankfully, Swift’s latest era is flush with costume-friendly looks.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
Over the past 20 years, Aniston has bought, sold, renovated, and curated a handful of homes that are as stylish as her red-carpet looks.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
This is what a quarter-million dollars of roadster looks and feels like.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
So go ahead and shop our trend edit below—your fall and winter looks depend on it.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
There’s no denying that travel looks a little different these days.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
One idea that still looks elegant but adds a little something-something?
—Luz García, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2025
Leave the designer pieces safely at home and go for a sleek tote that looks every bit as stylish as what everyone in Milan and Paris is sporting—and carries less risk of theft or pickpocketing.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
These days, the break looks different.
—Russell Shaw, The Atlantic, 2 Nov. 2025
Wireless and cable still represent roughly 85% of Rogers’ revenue, but the media and sports segment has been growing faster, as the company looks to unlock some of that value for shareholders.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2025
The GranTurismo Fologre looks fast, but its exterior doesn't totally prepare drivers for just how quick this EV is.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
While plenty of risks remain — Milei’s party will still be in the minority in Argentina’s national legislature, and the South American nation remains deeply indebted — for now Bessent’s risky move looks to be another win, decades after his involvement in a legendary bet against the UK pound.
—Daniel Flatley, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
This year looks likely to at least match that number of newbies, with room to grow.
—Alex Kirshner, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
Noun
The pair took their Clueless looks to the next level by posing in front of a white Jeep just like the one driven by Cher in the movie — with Kim pouting at the wheel as North pulled a shocked face.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
From striking two-piece sweater sets to a sophisticated wool cape and comfy Mary Jane flats, here are five looks to shop to capture French style this season.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The number of decisions, both large and small, can significantly affect how the home functions and looks.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
For Findikoglu, whose designs interrogate traditional modes of femininity and unspools them into powerfully sensually looks, hair acts as armor and invitation into her gothic underworld.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
Thankfully, Swift’s latest era is flush with costume-friendly looks.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
Over the past 20 years, Aniston has bought, sold, renovated, and curated a handful of homes that are as stylish as her red-carpet looks.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
This is what a quarter-million dollars of roadster looks and feels like.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
So go ahead and shop our trend edit below—your fall and winter looks depend on it.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looks
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Given our recent history, that seems like a risky thing to do.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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But the secret underground cave that seems like the perfect place to be alone is already occupied by another fuzzy, lonely creature named Mi.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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As advocates have pointed out, these qualifiers are vague enough that they could be wielded against anyone who expresses their sexuality or defies traditional gender roles.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
7 Nov. 2025
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Miss Universe President expresses 'Great indignation' Rocha began his statement by expressing solidarity with the 122 delegates before criticizing Nawat's actions.—
Paula Soria,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Commercial Launch Archer has partnered with Abu Dhabi Aviation, which plans to launch a commercial eVTOL service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s second city in the near future.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Ford had said the province plans to pay $54 million (about $75 million Canadian) for the ads to air across multiple American television stations using audio and video of Reagan speaking about tariffs in 1987.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The poem is littered with gut punches that would destroy me as a parent; Lee sees the poem’s beauty and appears to feel appropriate shame.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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This picturesque lakeside destination is increasingly attracting affluent foreign buyers, drawn by the stunning natural beauty and newly relaxed Golden Visa program.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Softstreme High-rise Wide-leg Cropped Pant has a weighty drape that adds an elegant edge to what otherwise feels like loungewear, given how remarkably soft the Softstreme fabric is.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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United have spoken to the Premier League to express their concerns about the number of midweek games they are scheduled to play between now and Christmas, as revealed by The Athletic on Friday, but going so long with just one match at Old Trafford actually feels unheard of.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Fourteen-year-old Frankie Treadaway voices Harry Potter in the first three of the new audiobooks, with Arabella Stanton and Max Lester playing Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, respectively.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
4 Nov. 2025
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Abernathy voices similar sentiments.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The event was a true celebration for accomplishments in the live music world and the heights to which this community intends on taking the art of live entertainment in the near and distant future.—
Evan Burke,
Billboard,
6 Nov. 2025
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Nalavade would not say exactly when in 2026 Waymo intends to begin ferrying customers.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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It fine-tunes how your iPhone works, sounds and protects your information.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Leadling lights of the scene like Jane Remover, Frost Children and underscores — the latter of whom has its own dope new release today — help Brown achieve liftoff here, as the rapper sounds perfectly at home within his glitchier (and at times house-ier) new sonic environs.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Looks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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