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as in seemed
to give the impression of being
it looks like it might rain
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as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown
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as in intended
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
they were looking to make a fast buck
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Recent Examples of looked
For one night, the Mets looked like the team they’re supposed to be.
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Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Magic superstar Tracy McGrady was playing at an MVP level, and Orlando looked faster, freer and flat-out better.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
But a recent study by economists at two Federal Reserve banks that looked at employment in local economies after the arrival of a large number of unauthorized immigrants earlier this decade shows that’s not the case, said Michael Clemens, an economics professor at George Mason University.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Above the bed was a bas-relief sculptural design element in white that looked rather like feathers on a bird’s wing.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
What initially looked like a straightforward acquisition quickly became something far more consequential.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Guard Jordin Canada looked steady running the offense, calling out plays and keeping things organized, while Rhyne Howard balanced her scoring with an effort to get others involved.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Counsell thought Suzuki’s at-bats looked good from the onset of Tuesday’s game and felt the swings in his first at-bat were a great sign.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
Monday’s action looked far from perfect.
—Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Magic superstar Tracy McGrady was playing at an MVP level, and Orlando looked faster, freer and flat-out better.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
But a recent study by economists at two Federal Reserve banks that looked at employment in local economies after the arrival of a large number of unauthorized immigrants earlier this decade shows that’s not the case, said Michael Clemens, an economics professor at George Mason University.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Above the bed was a bas-relief sculptural design element in white that looked rather like feathers on a bird’s wing.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
What initially looked like a straightforward acquisition quickly became something far more consequential.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Guard Jordin Canada looked steady running the offense, calling out plays and keeping things organized, while Rhyne Howard balanced her scoring with an effort to get others involved.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Counsell thought Suzuki’s at-bats looked good from the onset of Tuesday’s game and felt the swings in his first at-bat were a great sign.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
Monday’s action looked far from perfect.
—Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for looked
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In a 1916 study, Navy soldiers seemed to better learn Morse code when it was played overnight.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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Seattle receiver Golden Tate, after pushing off on the Packers’ Sam Shields (no flag was thrown, naturally), had made what seemed like a belated reach and put a single arm on the ball as Jennings fell to the ground.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Riquelme Vega, a Chilean Dutch cocaine importer also in the Super Cartel, wanted to murder a rival in Dubai by sending a team of Colombian assassins to the Emirates, Kinahan voiced his disapproval.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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Seymour is voiced by Ian Lynch Passarelli.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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County officials said the move was intended to create a more centralized and accountable system, following audits that raised concerns about LAHSA’s financial management.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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This is not intended to be an all-encompassing list, but rather a guide to matching needs and prospects of interest.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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But most states have already held primaries for 2026 so the high court's decision is likely to be felt more in the 2028 presidential contest or in 2031, after the next Census.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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What once felt like an opportunity to close has become something closer to a necessity.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Leon has expressed reservations about the project's $400 million private financing arrangement and the lack of congressional input.—
Arden Farhi,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Bureau employees expressed concerns that his behavior posed a threat to public safety.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Interest in having vacation rentals is expected to spike during the next several years because several major world events, including the Olympics in 2028, are planned for the Southern California region.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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If all goes as planned, the transformation may be nearing its completion.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Air raid sirens sounded multiple times in border communities in northern Israel on Thursday, too.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Tillis, speaking to The Washington Post after the Comey charges were announced, sounded skeptical about the case and seemed to directly link a confirmation vote for Boyle to the pursuit of actual crime.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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Struijk’s error was punished, but nobody in white gave a good account of themselves during an opening period in which Daniel Farke admitted there was nervousness in his line-up.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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White told reporters at his Halas Hall introduction that his on-field tenacity comes from rivalries with his brothers and dad that stoked his fire and gave him a cutthroat edge.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Looked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looked. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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