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Recent Examples of look on
Of course, the camp had a Manning participating instead of teaching, as Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning garnered tons of attention from virtually everyone in-person and looking on at home.
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Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looks on against the Miami Heat in the fourth quarter during the Play-In Tournament at Kaseya Center on April 19, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
The Solution: Check the plants carefully for signs of pests, and make sure to look on the underside of your plant leaves, too.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
She and Bezos can be seen smiling and holding hands in a garden setting as their guests looked on.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 28 June 2025
Key Facts Sánchez and Bezos both departed their hotel and headed for San Giorgio Island by boat separately on Friday afternoon, both flanked by security as tourists looked on.
—Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
As house ambassador for Valentino, Domingo wore custom Valentino looks on both occasions.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 June 2025
As the country’s friends have looked on in horror and its rivals have watched with glee, the United States has gone from indispensable to insufferable.
—Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
If Dante Fabbro doesn’t re-sign with Columbus, Andersson could potentially get a look on the top pair with Zach Werenski.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looks on against the Miami Heat in the fourth quarter during the Play-In Tournament at Kaseya Center on April 19, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
The Solution: Check the plants carefully for signs of pests, and make sure to look on the underside of your plant leaves, too.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
She and Bezos can be seen smiling and holding hands in a garden setting as their guests looked on.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 28 June 2025
Key Facts Sánchez and Bezos both departed their hotel and headed for San Giorgio Island by boat separately on Friday afternoon, both flanked by security as tourists looked on.
—Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
As house ambassador for Valentino, Domingo wore custom Valentino looks on both occasions.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 24 June 2025
As the country’s friends have looked on in horror and its rivals have watched with glee, the United States has gone from indispensable to insufferable.
—Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
If Dante Fabbro doesn’t re-sign with Columbus, Andersson could potentially get a look on the top pair with Zach Werenski.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for look on
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The disappointment is palpable in a team that won the World Series as recently as four years ago and has veteran skipper Brian Snitker, in the last year of his contract, looking toward retirement.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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The idea came from us looking at the Warped Tour performance as a celebration.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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The proud dad shared an adorable new photo with their little one on Instagram Wednesday, July 3 On Wednesday, July 2, Irwin's husband, Chandler Powell, 28, shared an adorable Instagram photo of Grace Warrior Irwin Powell staring in amazement at a rainbow.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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On the left, 23-month-old Riot Rose sucks on a pacifier and stares apathetically at his mom before hiding behind the shade canopy of his carseat, seemingly having pulled it over himself to avoid his mom’s camera lens.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
3 July 2025
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Climb to the top, gaze around in wonder and the eons will dissolve as you are transported into the past.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Part of the allure of this neighborhood is Humboldt Boulevard — gazing at the old mansions and churches that were once Jewish synagogues.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2025
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Carrie Tauscher, the arboretum’s director, stands amidst it all, peering up into the canopy to look for damage.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
7 July 2025
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Groups crowded out in front of the house, peering into the backyard after the party hit capacity.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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His presence would immediately raise the Commanders' floor on defense, and help some address some of the team's glaring weak points.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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One glaring question is how serious youth offenders will be tried on such an expedited timeline.—
Evan Mealins,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Photos from the scene reveal that collision left a gaping hole in the wall.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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This is the gaping hole in the starting XI as things stand.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The dancing is real and extraordinary In the movie, the dancers are viewed from every imaginable angle.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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Several bodies have already virtual viewing options, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic prompted widespread adoption.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
8 July 2025
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“Look on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20on. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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