look forward to
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Roberts added that the regents “have benefited greatly from his wisdom, vision, and leadership. We look forward to working with him in the coming months to ensure a smooth transition for his successor.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
"The two sides discussed substantive plans for next steps, which will be announced in the coming weeks, and look forward to equally productive meetings tomorrow in Ukraine."
From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026
Along with giving tweens and teens something to look forward to, recess encourages movement, builds social confidence, and fosters a sense of community, which are all vital to healthy development.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
"We look forward to seeing you on the fields - join us in this recognition!"
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
“We have to look forward to the festival.”
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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