look

Definitions

1. verb

   To turn your eyes toward something so you can see it.

   Examples

   • They kept looking at me.
   • Look at that bird!
2. verb

   Used to make someone notice something.

   Examples

   • Look what you did to him!
   • Look who is back!
3. verb

   To seem or appear to be.

   Examples

   • It looks like it is going to rain soon.
   • Our new boss looks friendly.
4. verb

   To have a certain appearance.

   Examples

   • That painting looks nice.
   • You look worried. What are you thinking about?
5. verb

   To search for something.

   Examples

   • I am looking for my keys.
   • She looked everywhere but could not find the paper.
6. verb

   To have a view of something.

   Examples

   • The hotel looks over the valley.
   • Our room looks out onto the garden.
7. verb

   To expect or hope for something.

   Examples

   • We look to the future with hope.
   • I look to hear from you soon.
8. verb

   To show a feeling with your eyes or face.

   Examples

   • She looked her thanks without a word.
   • He looked his anger at them.
9. verb

   To take care of something or make sure it is done.

   Examples

   • Please look to the children while I am out.
   • Look to it yourself, since you know best.
10. verb

    To show your face or peep out.

    Examples

    • A shy face looked through the crack in the door.
    • His toes looked through his old shoes.