1
as in seems
to give the impression of being
it looks like it might rain
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2
as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown
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3
as in plans
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
they were looking to make a fast buck
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as in beauty
the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses
a supermodel's career tends to be entirely based on her exceptional good looks
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Recent Examples of looks
Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
As Orlean jots down that last bit, Laroche looks shocked—but also a little charmed.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2025
Just a few weeks ago, Chloë Sevigny was busy slaying the Venice Film Festival red carpet in extremely-cool Simone Rocha and Saint Laurent looks.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2025
The film looks at a former Israeli general and his attempts to rescue his family during the October 7 attacks.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
According to this information, the battery on the iPhone 17 Pro looks to be an impressive upgrade.
—PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
As for the Firehawk bid, the monetary strength behind that one also looks lacking.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The mixer's bowl boasts a distinctive walnut shade and wood grain pattern, and its food-safe seal means the bowl works hard (and looks good doing it).
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Green Bay will be utilizing him in its pass rush as the defense looks to get after Jared Goff.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Chandler Rome, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The main cool factor of both looks comes directly from the juxtaposition of warm fall accessories with summer's most casual footwear.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2025
Read on to find the five styles your packing list may be missing, plus, how to score the looks from Amazon starting at just $20.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Sep. 2025
For Cowboy Carter, many fans rocked their best Western and Americana looks.
—Laney Crawley, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
For all its outré looks, Area has had its over-the-top runway styles translate into highly covetable denim styles and slinky miniskirts and jackets covered in signature rhinestones and pearls.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Green Bay has the looks of a true contender and cannot afford to take a step back while its receiver room is on the mend.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
These are not good looks, and why Sunday is so important and dangerous.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
But that defense honestly looks pretty weak in light of the federal government’s contention that Google has a search monopoly, controlling nearly 90% of the market.
—Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
As Orlean jots down that last bit, Laroche looks shocked—but also a little charmed.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2025
Just a few weeks ago, Chloë Sevigny was busy slaying the Venice Film Festival red carpet in extremely-cool Simone Rocha and Saint Laurent looks.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2025
The film looks at a former Israeli general and his attempts to rescue his family during the October 7 attacks.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
According to this information, the battery on the iPhone 17 Pro looks to be an impressive upgrade.
—PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
As for the Firehawk bid, the monetary strength behind that one also looks lacking.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
The mixer's bowl boasts a distinctive walnut shade and wood grain pattern, and its food-safe seal means the bowl works hard (and looks good doing it).
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Green Bay will be utilizing him in its pass rush as the defense looks to get after Jared Goff.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
Any thought of him being an impact middle-of-the-order bat looks, at best, misguided.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The main cool factor of both looks comes directly from the juxtaposition of warm fall accessories with summer's most casual footwear.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2025
Read on to find the five styles your packing list may be missing, plus, how to score the looks from Amazon starting at just $20.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Sep. 2025
For Cowboy Carter, many fans rocked their best Western and Americana looks.
—Laney Crawley, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
For all its outré looks, Area has had its over-the-top runway styles translate into highly covetable denim styles and slinky miniskirts and jackets covered in signature rhinestones and pearls.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Green Bay has the looks of a true contender and cannot afford to take a step back while its receiver room is on the mend.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
These are not good looks, and why Sunday is so important and dangerous.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looks
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The KidSuper designer seems to always be taking on a new thing—a collaboration, writing a play—yet this might be his greatest yet.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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Yet, there seems an equal possibility that science’s ability to deal with these would have advanced as well.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And yet when an athlete expresses that same sentiment, nobody bats an eyelash.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
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The conversation gets heated as Vince expresses regret for putting Lauren up in the first place.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
18 Sep. 2025
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The holdup has come from some persnickety deal points, like carving out international streaming rights and reaching consensus on the tech advancements Apple plans to use for its productions.—
Alex Harrington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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The Senate plans to add metal detectors, a measure already in place in the House.—
Ray Stern,
AZCentral.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Her authenticity and beauty content attracted millions of followers and high-profile brand partnerships.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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In a beauty world full of seemingly endless options, RoC’s Retinol Correxion Anti-Aging Night Serum is tested, loved by many, and won’t cost you a pretty penny.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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Guardiola’s side are more than capable of repeating last season’s third place but finishing above either Arsenal or Liverpool feels like a tall order.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Their decision to travel to the island feels different from, say, choosing to see Taylor Swift in Amsterdam or Bruno Mars on the Vegas Strip—choices that might be more about the concert itself than the location.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
20 Sep. 2025
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Tom Hanks, who voices several historical characters in the 12-episode series, didn’t name names but shared his thoughts about the point of view taken by the series.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
19 Sep. 2025
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The podcast voices for the AI hosts are being customized and designed by the team.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One core mechanic the game intends for players to use is a hot swap between two swords that’s initiated by using a separate quick strike.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
18 Sep. 2025
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Ultimately, Jean intends to bring joy and comfort to diners through the food and service of the restaurant.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Bang & Olufsen 15-speaker audio sounds good at low speeds but engine, road and wind noise reduce its effectiveness going faster.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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This all sounds wonderful, but for me, oil control surpasses everything.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Looks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looks. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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