To look at somebody/something
verb
To direct your eyes toward someone or something so as to see.
Look at that beautiful sunset.
Often appears as...
- look at me
- look at him
verb
To consider or examine in speech or writing.
The report looks at the impact of pollution on health.
Often appears as...
- look at the facts
- look at the issue
Usage tips
Academic
verb
To have the intention of doing something.
I'm looking at starting my own business.
Often appears as...
- looking at doing
- looking at buying
verb
To face or confront, especially a challenge or difficulty.
We're looking at a long, tough fight ahead.
Often appears as...
- looking at a problem
- looking at a challenge
verb
To visit or inspect, especially for evaluation purposes.
She went to look at the house that's for sale.
Often appears as...
- looking at the options
- looking at the possibilities
verb
To direct your eyes toward someone or something so as to see.
Look at that beautiful sunset.
Often appears as...
- look at me
- look at him
verb
To consider or examine in speech or writing.
The report looks at the impact of pollution on health.
Often appears as...
- look at the facts
- look at the issue
Usage tips
Academic
verb
To have the intention of doing something.
I'm looking at starting my own business.
Often appears as...
- looking at doing
- looking at buying
verb
To face or confront, especially a challenge or difficulty.
We're looking at a long, tough fight ahead.
Often appears as...
- looking at a problem
- looking at a challenge
verb
To visit or inspect, especially for evaluation purposes.
She went to look at the house that's for sale.
Often appears as...
- looking at the options
- looking at the possibilities
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Action
Focus on the physical move of directing your eyes, not just glancing.
Look at the board and read the instructions carefully.
Pro Tip 2/2Request Attention
Used when asking for someone to give their attention to something specific.
Could you please look at this report and give me your feedback?
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Action
Focus on the physical move of directing your eyes, not just glancing.
Look at the board and read the instructions carefully.
Pro Tip 2/2Request Attention
Used when asking for someone to give their attention to something specific.
Could you please look at this report and give me your feedback?
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Action
Focus on the physical move of directing your eyes, not just glancing.
Look at the board and read the instructions carefully.
Pro Tip 2/2Request Attention
Used when asking for someone to give their attention to something specific.
Could you please look at this report and give me your feedback?
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