look at

phrase

Synonyms of look atnext
1
: consider sense 1
looking at the possibility of relocating
2
: confront, face
… looking at a mandatory fine …—Cindy Kilass

Examples of look at in a Sentence

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Pitaya has a fascinating growing process, and the tour offers a closer look at the varieties, plants, and flowers behind the fruit. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026 The documentary premiered on the BBC first, which is how American embassy workers and journalists based in the UK got a look at the film — and started grumbling. — Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026 Here’s a quick look at what Sacramento readers are talking about. — Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026 Tennessee Department of Correction via AP Investigators looked at security cameras and saw Morley escape while wearing his prison uniform, officials said. — CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for look at

Word History

First Known Use

1739, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of look at was in 1739

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“Look at.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/look%20at. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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