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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Artists hail from various ethnic groups and Nigeria's huge diaspora gets a look-in as well.
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025
Yormark said he pushed for a look-in on the new CFP deal after the 2027 season, where adjustments could be made to the CFP financial agreement.
From Seattle Times • May 1, 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
It has the additional, considerable look-in value of the always-trenchant John Douglas Thompson as Shylock, a Black actor and casting choice that introduces not only irresistible theatrical heft, but also the intersectional issue of race.
From Washington Post • Mar. 6, 2022
Nobody's got a look-in with the labor fakirs unless they've got enough money to pay initiation fees.
From Comrade Yetta by Edwards, Albert
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