look to
Idioms-
Pay attention to, take care of, as in You'd best look to your own affairs . [c. 1300]
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Anticipate or expect, as in We look to hear from her soon . [c. 1600]
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look to be . Seem to be, promise to be, as in This looks to be a very difficult assignment . [Mid-1700s]
Example Sentences
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“This year, more than ever, it is so much more important to look forward, look to the next big travel moment, and get those plans locked in,” she said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
In the meantime, the Rams will look to fill the void of Garrett’s absence with Josaiah Stewart, Desjuan Johnson and rookie Wesley Bailey.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Leeds United managing director Robbie Evans says the club and boss Daniel Farke are "on the same page" as they look to agree a new contract.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
U.S. stock investors should look to the other side of the world for guidance next week.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
I flinch, and I know how I must look to him.
From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender
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