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Synonyms

look forward to

British  

verb

  1. to wait or hope for, esp with pleasure

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

look forward to Idioms  
  1. Eagerly anticipate, as in I'm looking forward to their visit, or Jim looked forward to the day when he could retire. [First half of 1700s]


Example Sentences

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However, the area could see an additional $200,000–$300,000 in appreciation due to the AI boom, so we have that to look forward to.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

"We look forward to welcoming any New Yorker who is excited for the Knicks to have that chance to win that championship," the mayor added.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

This does smell quite dirty, and we look forward to learning more about it.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack confirmed the visa issuances, saying that "sports transcends borders, and we look forward to welcoming competitors and fans from around the world."

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

“I bring greetings,” said Magister Spurge, “from the Elf King of Dwelholm, and look forward to the—That vermin!”

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin

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