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Look for

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Search Activity

Use 'look for' when describing an active attempt to find something, often involving physical or mental effort.

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They were looking for the hidden treasure in the attic.
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Extended Time

'Look for' conveys that the search may take time, not usually something found immediately.

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She spent hours looking for the perfect dress.
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Not Literal

Sometimes 'look for' is used figuratively, meaning to seek something abstract or not physically present.

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He's looking for happiness after a tough year.
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