look·out
ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t 
looked out; looking out; looks out
: to take care or concern oneself
—used with for
looking out for number one
Synonyms
Examples of lookout in a Sentence
Noun
The troops posted a lookout for the night.
The mountain road had several lookouts where you could enjoy the view.
Verb
if you go in those woods, look out for snakes!
as a fiduciary, she has an obligation to look out for our interests
Recent Examples on the Web
Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2024
For panoramic views, head to the lookout tower at the summit of Mount Constitution.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 May 2024
Most projects employ a few dozen local people to plant trees, fertilize the soil and stand lookout for fires.
—Manuela Andreoni Victor Moriyama, New York Times, 2 May 2024
There are plenty of boulders right off the trail, perfect for a lunch pit stop or a view lookout.
—Laura Randall, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
Be on the lookout, because this year, The Folklore plans to host in person events in ten cities: New York, Accra, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lagos, London, Los Angeles, Nairobi, Atlanta, and Abidjan.
—Essence Editors, Essence, 17 Apr. 2024
Keep on the lookout for special events like August's Super Monster Movie Fest.
—The Indianapolis Star, 15 Apr. 2024
Pérez Tejada says there are also lookouts all around, waiting to signal when the patrols have moved on and the coast is clear.
—David Culver, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
The force of the blow sent the lookout man, Harrington, into the water below.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 16 May 2024
Keep in Mind The polyethylene wicker frame lends this bar cart an outdoor aesthetic that may look out of place in your formal dining room or den.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
There are three Oscar Mayer Stuffed Dogs flavors to look out for, each taking inspiration from fan-favorite combinations and an uptick in customer requests at restaurants for more spice.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 14 May 2024
The historic palace has been turned into a five-star hotel that looks out onto the Mediterranean.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2024
Don’t expect an outsider to look out for your interests.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 May 2024
There’s something eerie, intimate, and affecting about sharing the same space as your hero: feet on the same pedals, hands on the same wheel, backside clamped into the same seat, and looking out at the same panoramic view over that low nose.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Socializing zones include a poolside lounge with an outdoor bar, fire pits, grilling stations and the 41st-floor Sky Lounge with entertaining areas including a bar and dining room looking out on the skyline.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2024
Still, an argument could been made that Redstone was looking out for the long term interests of minority shareholders.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2024
Noun
From the North Rim, travelers can visit picturesque lookout points like Bright Angel Point and the Redwall Bridge.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2024
For panoramic views, head to the lookout tower at the summit of Mount Constitution.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 May 2024
Most projects employ a few dozen local people to plant trees, fertilize the soil and stand lookout for fires.
—Manuela Andreoni Victor Moriyama, New York Times, 2 May 2024
There are plenty of boulders right off the trail, perfect for a lunch pit stop or a view lookout.
—Laura Randall, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
Be on the lookout, because this year, The Folklore plans to host in person events in ten cities: New York, Accra, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Lagos, London, Los Angeles, Nairobi, Atlanta, and Abidjan.
—Essence Editors, Essence, 17 Apr. 2024
Keep on the lookout for special events like August's Super Monster Movie Fest.
—The Indianapolis Star, 15 Apr. 2024
Pérez Tejada says there are also lookouts all around, waiting to signal when the patrols have moved on and the coast is clear.
—David Culver, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
The force of the blow sent the lookout man, Harrington, into the water below.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Verb
Seated on an airplane high in the sky, Liane looks out the window, and the light of the sun catches her eye just so.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 16 May 2024
Keep in Mind The polyethylene wicker frame lends this bar cart an outdoor aesthetic that may look out of place in your formal dining room or den.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
There are three Oscar Mayer Stuffed Dogs flavors to look out for, each taking inspiration from fan-favorite combinations and an uptick in customer requests at restaurants for more spice.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 14 May 2024
The historic palace has been turned into a five-star hotel that looks out onto the Mediterranean.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2024
Don’t expect an outsider to look out for your interests.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 May 2024
There’s something eerie, intimate, and affecting about sharing the same space as your hero: feet on the same pedals, hands on the same wheel, backside clamped into the same seat, and looking out at the same panoramic view over that low nose.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Socializing zones include a poolside lounge with an outdoor bar, fire pits, grilling stations and the 41st-floor Sky Lounge with entertaining areas including a bar and dining room looking out on the skyline.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2024
Still, an argument could been made that Redstone was looking out for the long term interests of minority shareholders.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2024
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“Lookout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lookout. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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lookout
noun
look·out
ˈlu̇k-ˌau̇t
1
: a person who keeps watch
2
: a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
3
: a careful looking or watching
4
5
: a matter of care or concern
the plants are wilting, but that's not my lookout
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