take a look at

Idioms

Turn your attention to, examine, as in Take a look at that new building, or The doctor took a look at Gene's throat and swollen glands. For a synonym, see take a gander at.

Example Sentences

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Let’s take a look at some of the top pitchers to watch.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Ahead of the publication of the first report, we take a look at what has happened so far and the next steps.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The yield curve and other indicators can’t really predict recessions, but I’ll still take a look at them.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Let’s take a look at Avast’s privacy policy.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

“I wish he’d let me take a look at him. Are you sure the dog didn’t bite him?”

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn

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