Pronunciation: /lʊk əˈraʊnd/
verb An action word that indicates the act of viewing or observing one's surroundings
A1 I look around the room for my keys.
A2 When you arrive at the park, make sure to look around for a good spot to have a picnic.
B1 Before making a decision, it's important to look around and consider all your options.
B2 As a detective, it's crucial to look around the crime scene for any clues that may lead to solving the case.
C1 When visiting a new city, I like to take my time and look around to fully appreciate the architecture and culture.
C2 The artist took a moment to look around the gallery, admiring the work of other talented individuals.
adverb A word that modifies a verb, indicating the manner in which the action of looking around is performed
A1 When you go to a new place, it's important to look around to get familiar with your surroundings.
A2 Before crossing the street, remember to look around to make sure it's safe.
B1 When you arrive at the airport, be sure to look around for signs directing you to your gate.
B2 During the hiking trip, the guide encouraged us to look around and appreciate the beautiful scenery.
C1 As an experienced detective, she knew to look around the crime scene for any clues that could help solve the case.
C2 Before making any decisions, it's important to carefully look around and assess all possible outcomes.
formal Before making a decision, it is important to look around and gather all the necessary information.
informal Hey, why don't you look around and see if you can find your keys?
slang Dude, just look around and you'll spot the coolest restaurant in town.
figurative Sometimes in life, it's good to take a step back and look around at the bigger picture.
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