look
verb (used without object)
to turn one's eyes toward something or in some direction in order to see.
are looking
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present progressiveof look.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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While SpaceX prepares to put its Starship rocket in orbit for the first time, foreign countries like China are looking to develop their own technology to rival Elon Musk’s company.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 20, 2026
“There’s definitely a dopamine hit when you’re looking for these deals” and you find what you are looking for, she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
I don't think they will get any of those things this week, because Forest are looking pretty solid.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Investors are looking further down the AI data-center supply chain for signs of demand amid concerns of a spending slowdown, one expert says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
I nearly choke on the words, because the men in the row in front of me are looking very uncomfortable.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
