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as in ignores
to fail to give proper attention to
you've overlooked your chores again this week
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as in oversees
to be in charge of
you'll be asked to overlook larger projects in the future
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as in possesses
to cast a spell on
the superstitious grandmother actually believed that the baby had been overlooked by a gypsy woman
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as in examines
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
quickly overlooked the table of used books to see if there was anything of value
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as in forgives
to dismiss as of little importance
definitely not the kind of spouse to overlook even a single instance of marital infidelity
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as in operates
to look after and make decisions about
the engineer hired to overlook the construction of the canal
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as in towers
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
just down the road there's a great overlook where you can get a panoramic view of the valley below
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Recent Examples of overlooks
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
But Wiener—and, indeed, self-preferencing’s opponents in general—overlooks basic facts of the digital economy and, to justify his sweeping regulatory proposals, attaches ominous labels to ordinary conduct.
—David B McGarry, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
Relics like the more than century-old Greek Club's veranda that overlooks a roundabout with a bronze statue of Talaat Harb, who championed Egyptian economic independence from foreign influence.
—Aya Batrawy, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026
Firepit, orchard access, floor-to-ceiling windows Nestled among Pennsylvania’s apple orchards lies this raised A-frame that overlooks the rolling hills of the Amish countryside.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026
Upstairs, the primary suite has plenty of closet space and a private home office that overlooks the patio, as well as three more en-suite bedrooms.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Visitors can also take an in-depth winery tour and grab lunch at their eatery that overlooks the vines.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2026
The museum’s fourth floor doubles as an event space and features a large terrace that overlooks the bay.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Peck added that this foyer, staying true to colonial architectural traditions, also has a beautiful open stairway to the second floor landing, which overlooks the entry, and offers easy access to the formal living room on one side and a study on the other.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Visitors can also explore the visitor center, hiking trails, including the historic bed of William Gillette’s miniature railroad, picnic areas and scenic overlooks above the Connecticut River.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
The adjustable strap is a thoughtful detail for island life; the hat will stay secure on breezy overlooks and also on bumpy, windy ferry rides from island to island.
—Caitlin Palumbo, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Known for its dramatic 300-foot canyon walls, scenic overlooks, and opportunities for hiking and climbing, the remote landscape is also part of the Antelope Valley.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
Other overlooks, like Cape Royal, a narrow finger that thrusts out into the central part of the canyon and boasts a 270-degree view, were as intact and stunning as ever.
—New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The incident underscored how slipping past safety barriers at scenic overlooks dramatically increases risk.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
Hanson’s home is a quick golf-ride to the clubhouse and overlooks the driving range, as well as the first hole.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
But Wiener—and, indeed, self-preferencing’s opponents in general—overlooks basic facts of the digital economy and, to justify his sweeping regulatory proposals, attaches ominous labels to ordinary conduct.
—David B McGarry, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
Relics like the more than century-old Greek Club's veranda that overlooks a roundabout with a bronze statue of Talaat Harb, who championed Egyptian economic independence from foreign influence.
—Aya Batrawy, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026
Firepit, orchard access, floor-to-ceiling windows Nestled among Pennsylvania’s apple orchards lies this raised A-frame that overlooks the rolling hills of the Amish countryside.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026
Upstairs, the primary suite has plenty of closet space and a private home office that overlooks the patio, as well as three more en-suite bedrooms.
—Lauryn Azu, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
Visitors can also take an in-depth winery tour and grab lunch at their eatery that overlooks the vines.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2026
The museum’s fourth floor doubles as an event space and features a large terrace that overlooks the bay.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Peck added that this foyer, staying true to colonial architectural traditions, also has a beautiful open stairway to the second floor landing, which overlooks the entry, and offers easy access to the formal living room on one side and a study on the other.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
Trails lead through the forest to caves, scenic overlooks, and other rock formations, like a 50-foot-high natural bridge.
—Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Visitors can also explore the visitor center, hiking trails, including the historic bed of William Gillette’s miniature railroad, picnic areas and scenic overlooks above the Connecticut River.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
The adjustable strap is a thoughtful detail for island life; the hat will stay secure on breezy overlooks and also on bumpy, windy ferry rides from island to island.
—Caitlin Palumbo, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Known for its dramatic 300-foot canyon walls, scenic overlooks, and opportunities for hiking and climbing, the remote landscape is also part of the Antelope Valley.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
Other overlooks, like Cape Royal, a narrow finger that thrusts out into the central part of the canyon and boasts a 270-degree view, were as intact and stunning as ever.
—New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The incident underscored how slipping past safety barriers at scenic overlooks dramatically increases risk.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overlooks
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On pure numbers alone, the Kymco CV3 575i dominates – and not by a small margin.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2026
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The large outdoor kitchen dominates the upper patio area.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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That critique also conveniently ignores how much of the existing media landscape was built on government largesse.—
Julian Baron,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Apr. 2026
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In other words, the life-writer cannot take a doggedly factual approach that ignores a whole layer of emotional and imaginative experience.—
Sara Wheeler,
Big Think,
17 Apr. 2026
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According to Miami-Dade Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez, who oversees driver's license offices in the county, the change is meant to add another layer of identification.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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After serving as custodian of NBC’s late-night for years, George Cheeks, Paramount’s Chair of TV Media who oversees CBS, became the executive who last year canceled CBS’ venerable late-night franchise The Late Show.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wheatley has always had a decent handle on atmosphere, and Normal definitely possesses more of a sense of location than other pictures of its ilk.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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Despite the higher passenger count, the ship is big, and possesses one of the highest space ratios per passenger at-sea–meaning there's lots of room to spread out.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Rendering examines how artificial intelligence is disrupting the entertainment industry, taking you inside key battlegrounds and spotlighting change makers wielding the technology for good and ill.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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In the final hours of President Biden's term, a Polymarket trader made around $300,000 correctly betting on Biden's last-minute pardons, according to new data provided to NPR by an analytics firm that examines cryptocurrency transactions.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Sinnott forgives his parents, and parents today who waver on vaccination.—
Arthur Allen,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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It’s been really awesome to watch the difference in how everyone operates.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
19 Apr. 2026
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The current system operates at relatively modest energies, producing visible light.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
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Onlookers gawked from the balconies of nearby condo towers.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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Airports have been closed, office blocks and residential towers hit, and lives disrupted in myriad ways by air raid sirens and nights spent hiding in bathrooms or under stairs.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Overlooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overlooks. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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