Look round

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verb

To turn your eyes in a particular direction to see something.

I heard a noise and looked round to see what it was.
Visual representation of "look round" - To turn your eyes in a particular direction to see something

Often appears as...

  • look round the corner
  • look round the room
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Visual representation of "look round"
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Physical Reaction

Indicates a reflexive, often sudden action to stimuli like sounds or movements.

Illustration for Physical Reaction
When the door slammed, we all looked round.
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Curiosity Trigger

Expresses the act of seeking the source of something that caught one's attention.

Illustration for Curiosity Trigger
She heard her name and looked round.
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Visual Scanning

Used when someone wants to quickly assess or observe their surroundings.

Illustration for Visual Scanning
He looked round the room for familiar faces.
Visual representation of the word "Look round"

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