look-in
Americannoun
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a brief glance.
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a short visit.
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Football. a quick pass play in which the ball is thrown to a receiver running a short diagonal pattern across the center of the field.
noun
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a chance to be chosen, participate, etc
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a short visit
verb
Etymology
Origin of look-in
First recorded in 1840–50; noun use of verb phrase look in
Example Sentences
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However, he barely got a look-in from there as O'Sullivan won the final three frames, helped by visits of 98 and 129.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2024
Plenty of actresses on the come-up might have chosen a walk around these streets — and maybe a look-in at a few of the fashion flagships — as an afternoon activity.
From New York Times ● Jun. 28, 2023
There isn’t a limit on how long each look-in can last.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 7, 2022
Hackneyed rock legends wouldn’t get a look-in now, would they?
From The Guardian ● May 16, 2020
Only," said Jack, whimsically, "I do hope if they've got their German appetites along, they don't clean out that pantry before I get my look-in, that's all.
From Air Service Boys Over The Enemy's Lines The German Spy's Secret by Beach, Charles Amory
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