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as in observatories
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks
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as in views
all that can be seen from a certain point
we were struck by the amazing beauty of the lookout from the top of the tower
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as in guards
a person or group that watches over someone or something
make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us
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as in watches
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police
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Recent Examples of lookouts
You’ll be shaded by towering pine trees, scramble over rocks and somewhat rough terrain, and have plenty of opportunity to stop at various lookouts on the way.
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Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Excavating wetlands, as various studies have suggested, would yield soil that could be mounded into sound-blocking berms, as at Brooklyn Bridge Park; lookouts, as on Governors Island; and undulating grasslands like those at Freshkills.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 9 Sep. 2025
Outdoor enthusiasts can book a horseback ride or guided hikes through Cocora Valley that lead to hidden lookouts.
—Boris Seckovic, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Smoke reports continue to come in from fire lookouts and aircraft are conducting reconnaissance flights to detect any new fires.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Far from the crowded lookouts that dominate the park, there’s fortunately no one here to witness my fall.
—Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Excavating wetlands, as various studies have suggested, would yield soil that could be mounded into sound-blocking berms, as at Brooklyn Bridge Park; lookouts, as on Governors Island; and undulating grasslands like those at Freshkills.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 9 Sep. 2025
Outdoor enthusiasts can book a horseback ride or guided hikes through Cocora Valley that lead to hidden lookouts.
—Boris Seckovic, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
Smoke reports continue to come in from fire lookouts and aircraft are conducting reconnaissance flights to detect any new fires.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Far from the crowded lookouts that dominate the park, there’s fortunately no one here to witness my fall.
—Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookouts
Noun
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The proof is in the results, and the key in continuing to obtain them is the twin LIGO observatories themselves.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
17 Sep. 2025
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Orbiting observatories provided real-time observations of Earth’s surface, oceans, ice caps and atmosphere that improved models.—
Zack Savitsky,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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Guests can stroll to the winery patio to enjoy by-the-glass specials, vineyard views, lawn games, and fried chicken sandwiches from local favorite MJ Heritage Farms to kick off a Calistoga weekend.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Colombian president is known for his controversial views on cocaine, suggesting in February that cocaine is no worse than whiskey.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Sep. 2025
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His father, a former military officer, was imprisoned following the Iranian revolution until his mother was able to negotiate his release with prison guards, according to reporting by the New York Times.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Lily Mathé, one of the orchestra’s best violinists, vividly remembered being made to play jolly tunes in the SS officers’ mess at Auschwitz every evening while the guards ate their dinner.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
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Maxi sailboats have been competing for bragging rights and very special Rolex watches in Porto Cervo for 35 years.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Rather than pocket the savings, travelers are splashing out on their visits, spending more on things like watches and jewelry, according to research undertaken by the Japan Tourism Agency.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Sep. 2025
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Several spots around town provide stunning overlooks of the modern state capitol framed by fall foliage and the winding riverbank, including—perhaps most notably—Daniel Boone’s grave site, which sits on a hillcrest at the Frankfort Cemetery.—
Robin Roenker,
Southern Living,
13 Sep. 2025
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While Michigan features dozens of places to take in fall color — including famous locations like Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Brockway Mountain Drive — here's a closer look at five of Michigan's top scenic overlooks.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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It is graced by a wildflower meadow and panoramas of the Cliffs of Aughinish and Galway Bay.—
Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Visitors can soak in spectacular panoramas from its summit by cable car or by hiking trails such as Lion’s Head and Platteklip Gorge.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Two centuries ago, the Litunga (king) turned what had been his private hunting grounds over to his people as custodians.—
Mazuba Kapambwe,
AFAR Media,
10 Sep. 2025
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From ETFs pulling in tens of billions to companies adding bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to their balance sheets, demand for trusted custodians is set to accelerate.—
Marie Poteriaieva,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In other Haitian communities across the country, activists have been lobbying lawmakers and holding news conferences and prayer vigils to garner support.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
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Many of those at the vigils were young college students, a testament to his massive fanbase on college campuses.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Lookouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookouts. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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