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as in ignores
to fail to give proper attention to
you've overlooked your chores again this week
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as in oversees
to be in charge of
you'll be asked to overlook larger projects in the future
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as in possesses
to cast a spell on
the superstitious grandmother actually believed that the baby had been overlooked by a gypsy woman
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as in examines
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
quickly overlooked the table of used books to see if there was anything of value
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as in forgives
to dismiss as of little importance
definitely not the kind of spouse to overlook even a single instance of marital infidelity
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as in operates
to look after and make decisions about
the engineer hired to overlook the construction of the canal
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as in towers
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
just down the road there's a great overlook where you can get a panoramic view of the valley below
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Recent Examples of overlooks
Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
Yet this overlooks how the politics of addiction actually functioned in the formative decades of the drug war.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
To the aft lies an alfresco dining space that overlooks a generous open deck with a collection of sunpads for catching rays.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
At the multi-level Red Bull Mirage that overlooks the Quasar Stage, Nobu will offer a reservation-only omakase counter.
—Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Outside, an infinity pool overlooks the coastline alongside fire features and a professional-grade outdoor kitchen.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Among his who’s who of outstanding horses, Bill Mott trained Cigar, the great thoroughbred whose statue overlooks the paddock walking ring at Gulfstream Park.
—Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
For those unfamiliar with the landscape, a mall elevator that takes stars from one level to another overlooks a Dave & Busters on their way to the top deck of the Ovation Hollywood complex to attend the Governor’s Ball, the Academy’s official after party.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area Corso d’Italia is a busy thoroughfare, but the hotel overlooks Villa Borghese and is a few minutes' walk from the iconic Via Veneto.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
For epic views, drive the 40-mile Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway through valleys and mountain passes, with stops at scenic overlooks along the way.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Other overlooks, like Cape Royal, a narrow finger that thrusts out into the central part of the canyon and boasts a 270-degree view, were as intact and stunning as ever.
—New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The incident underscored how slipping past safety barriers at scenic overlooks dramatically increases risk.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
As much of the park as possible, including the walkways to scenic overlooks and down to the shore of Lake Tucker, has been designed to meet ADA standards.
—Emily Brindley, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026
There are signs directing visitors to the lake overlooks and signs for the main trail.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Perched on a bluff that overlooks Irish Beach, a private area within Manchester State Park, the home boasts an unobstructed, 180-degree view of the rugged Mendocino coastline.
—Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
Yet this overlooks how the politics of addiction actually functioned in the formative decades of the drug war.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
To the aft lies an alfresco dining space that overlooks a generous open deck with a collection of sunpads for catching rays.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
At the multi-level Red Bull Mirage that overlooks the Quasar Stage, Nobu will offer a reservation-only omakase counter.
—Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Outside, an infinity pool overlooks the coastline alongside fire features and a professional-grade outdoor kitchen.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Among his who’s who of outstanding horses, Bill Mott trained Cigar, the great thoroughbred whose statue overlooks the paddock walking ring at Gulfstream Park.
—Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
For those unfamiliar with the landscape, a mall elevator that takes stars from one level to another overlooks a Dave & Busters on their way to the top deck of the Ovation Hollywood complex to attend the Governor’s Ball, the Academy’s official after party.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
The neighborhood/area Corso d’Italia is a busy thoroughfare, but the hotel overlooks Villa Borghese and is a few minutes' walk from the iconic Via Veneto.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
Known for its dramatic 300-foot canyon walls, scenic overlooks, and opportunities for hiking and climbing, the remote landscape is also part of the Antelope Valley.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
For epic views, drive the 40-mile Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway through valleys and mountain passes, with stops at scenic overlooks along the way.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Other overlooks, like Cape Royal, a narrow finger that thrusts out into the central part of the canyon and boasts a 270-degree view, were as intact and stunning as ever.
—New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
The incident underscored how slipping past safety barriers at scenic overlooks dramatically increases risk.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
As much of the park as possible, including the walkways to scenic overlooks and down to the shore of Lake Tucker, has been designed to meet ADA standards.
—Emily Brindley, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026
There are signs directing visitors to the lake overlooks and signs for the main trail.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overlooks
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Artificial intelligence now dominates the investment conversation.—
Matt Witheiler,
Fortune,
4 Apr. 2026
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First, find Copernicus shining brightly 10 degrees above the lunar equator, brightening the dark basaltic plains on the western lunar surface, and Tycho, which dominates the southern hemisphere of Earth's natural satellite around the full moon phase.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Today’s anything-goes, zero-sum war for attention ignores the lessons learned in the Golden Age of advertising in the 1960s, when brands were sold with thoughtful, artistic, wise and playful takes on the human condition.—
Bruce Stockler,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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His inept Cabinet ignores, and actually encourages, his very weird and embarrassing meandering.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Michel now oversees Larkin’s graduate medical educational programs and is chairman of Larkin University, which is governed separately from the hospital, said Smith, the hospital’s attorney.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Georgia is one of just three states that oversees its ash disposal program, which environmentalists have long criticized.—
Kristi Swartz,
AJC.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Rea certainly possesses plenty of experience plus right-hander Ben Brown or right-hander Javier Assad, currently at Triple-A Iowa, also could slot into the rotation, depending on Horton’s prognosis and how long he might be sidelined.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Culler said Tellez possesses the single most important trait for a competitor.—
Jaelen Gilkey,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Their study examines the benefits and drawbacks of social and digital media use across the lifespan.—
Crista Marchesseault,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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The musical, which examines in jumbled chronology the five-year relationship between novelist Jamie and actress Cathy, debuted in Chicago in 2001 and opened off Broadway the following year.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Sinnott forgives his parents, and parents today who waver on vaccination.—
Arthur Allen,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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The need in the north Overland Park operates one indoor pool, three outdoor pools and five water play areas to serve its population, according to the master plan draft.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2026
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The website operates without flashy graphics, partisan commentary, eyeball-grabbing videos, or the snark characteristic of partisan political media, instead presenting headlines and summaries in plain, unadorned fashion.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
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But all of the 222 guest rooms, which occupy the 23rd through the 30th floors of the towers, offer stellar, unimpeded sight lines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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To prevent Iranians from using the Iraqi network to make calls, Iran targeted cell towers operated by Iraqi telecommunication companies Asiacell and Korek near the border and then ordered security forces to shoot anyone approaching the area, Hassanpour said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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