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as in overlooks
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
the cliff-top outlook provides an expansive view of the sleepy village down in the valley
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as in perspectives
a way of looking at or thinking about something
tried to keep a cheerful outlook on life
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as in views
all that can be seen from a certain point
the outlook from the tower is spectacular in all directions
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Recent Examples of outlooks
Hazardous weather outlooks are in place be cause thunderstorms could produce high winds or lightning.
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Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
In August, The Farmers’ Almanac and the Old Farmer’s Almanac both released winter weather outlooks that offered varying conditions for the Lone Star State.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
Then, temperatures could dip once more, as the eight- to 14-day outlooks show a slight chance for below-average temperatures.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In addition to matching 2-1 records, both teams have two critical similarities coloring their outlooks.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
But relief may not come this winter, as extended outlooks favor a warmer, drier winter in the Southwest.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 20 Sep. 2025
But also potentially between them, with their differing outlooks on life, all of the modern obstacles to love, and their sometimes well-meaning, sometimes sabotaging families — including her sister Morgan (Justine Lupe) and brother Sasha (Timothy Simons).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
The dot plot depicts the interest rate outlooks of FOMC members, which helps investors understand how rates may evolve going forward.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Climate outlooks suggest the heat may linger through November.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Sep. 2025
Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
In August, The Farmers’ Almanac and the Old Farmer’s Almanac both released winter weather outlooks that offered varying conditions for the Lone Star State.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
Then, temperatures could dip once more, as the eight- to 14-day outlooks show a slight chance for below-average temperatures.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In addition to matching 2-1 records, both teams have two critical similarities coloring their outlooks.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
But relief may not come this winter, as extended outlooks favor a warmer, drier winter in the Southwest.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 20 Sep. 2025
But also potentially between them, with their differing outlooks on life, all of the modern obstacles to love, and their sometimes well-meaning, sometimes sabotaging families — including her sister Morgan (Justine Lupe) and brother Sasha (Timothy Simons).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
The dot plot depicts the interest rate outlooks of FOMC members, which helps investors understand how rates may evolve going forward.
—Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Climate outlooks suggest the heat may linger through November.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlooks
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The often snowy State Route 67, stretching some 43 miles south from Jacob Lake Inn to the lodge and scenic overlooks, goes unplowed after the first big storm.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Lodging, dining, and fuel services are available in each town, and trailheads, campgrounds, and scenic overlooks are scattered throughout the route.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Venus is wrapping up in Virgo in your adventure sector, encouraging you to expand through learning, travel, or fresh perspectives.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
5 Oct. 2025
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With United Nations climate talks around the corner in November, Rockström and other researchers hope leaders in countries around the world will incorporate scientific perspectives about the food system into their national policies.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Where to stay The intimate, 39-room Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto, on the banks of Hozu River, gives front-row views of Arashiyama Hills’ kaleidoscopic colors in springtime as well as in autumn.—
Kristin Braswell,
AFAR Media,
7 Oct. 2025
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These observatories measure dark energy, which makes up 68% of the universe’s total mass and energy.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Oct. 2025
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Operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Aastronomy (AURA) NOIRLab manages world-class observatories in both hemispheres.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Hiking trails, scenic drives, and accessible viewpoints make for easy exploring.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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The White House has argued that the compact will strengthen free speech on campus by protecting conservative viewpoints and redirecting resources toward the sciences.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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According to the organization’s shutdown contingency plan, park roads, lookouts, trails and open air memorials will remain accessible to visitors.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Park roads, lookouts, trails and open-air memorials are directed to stay open; however, buildings and facilities that generally remain locked during business hours, such as visitor centers, will remain closed.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Ross towers over the 5-foot, 4 and a half-inch Dumond — his primary handler — and the other horses in the stable, who range from 1,100 to 1,200 pounds.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Parekh and Weiss said the new AI transcription tool will give doctors the ability to be fully present during patient visits at the new UHealth SoLé Mia, 2111 Sole Mia Way, which is part of a mega-development of residential towers and is now UHealth’s largest outpatient facility.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Outlooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlooks. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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