don't look now
phrase
—used in speech before a statement to tell someone to be aware of something without looking
Don't look now, but they're coming our way.
Don't look now, but I think we're being followed.
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Speaking of which, don't look now, but the Tigers have put themselves in prime position to flip two elite five-star prospects, wide receiver Easton Royal and defensive tackle Jaden Brewster, from Texas and Texas Tech, respectively.
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Austin Perry Outkick,
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30 June 2026
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Austin Perry Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
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“Don't look now.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/don%27t%20look%20now. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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