look (toward)

Definition of look (toward)next
as in to face
to stand or sit with the face or front toward the bay window looks toward the park

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  • Through their analysis, the study authors show that even the most popular quantum algorithms face serious obstacles when trying to compute the lowest energy state of molecules—a fundamental quantity needed to understand chemical reactions.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
  • There were nine defendants on trial in all, eight of whom faced a charge of providing material support to terrorists.
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  • The proceeds paid off the loss of the second smuggle and, crucially, fulfilled the original trio’s obligations to the small-time dealer who had fronted them the cash to buy The Escape in return for a commitment to two successful smuggles.
    Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2026
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    Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
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“Look (toward).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20%28toward%29. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.

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