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as in overlook
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks
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as in guard
a person or group that watches over someone or something
make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us
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as in watch
an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity
one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police
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Recent Examples of lookout
Huston plays the brooding, bedridden widow who watches keenly over Gull’s Point, the Devonshire coastal estate that is both her domain and lookout tower.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Despite the road’s nauseating twists and turns, each lookout proved worthy of pause.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
There’s a nice shade structure and lookout point here.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2025
At its heart stands the Monsaraz Castle, once a strategic fortress, now a stunning lookout point.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
Despite the road’s nauseating twists and turns, each lookout proved worthy of pause.
—Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
There’s a nice shade structure and lookout point here.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2025
At its heart stands the Monsaraz Castle, once a strategic fortress, now a stunning lookout point.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lookout
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Photo : Noel Kleinman A lounging perch overlooks cinematic mountain views stretching over Laurel and Mulholland canyons.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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But hitting a section of the paved Empire State Trail to the new Sojourner Truth State Park river overlook is ideal for a long walk with your hound.—
John Oseid,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Visitors can climb the tower for panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, explore rooms restored to reflect 19th-century lighthouse life, and unwind with their picnic in a shaded pavilion with unbeatable views.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2025
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Seagulls cruise over fishing boats, and there are delicious water front views of distant mainland mountains.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi handles the ball during a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in Arlington, Texas.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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On the night of May 21, three armed security officers stood guard as the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington held its annual meeting in the nation’s capital.—
Andrew Lapin,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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The top 25 buyers spent more than $111 million and were granted a private VIP reception with Trump, while the top four also received a limited edition Trump Tourbillon watch that sells for $100,000.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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All his Thunder teammates were seated on stage in new Rolex watches.—
Anthony Slater,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Filming will still be limited to times when the observatory is not otherwise open to the public.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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Built 90 years ago, the observatory is free to explore, and admission to its excellent planetarium is only $10.—
David Allan,
CNN Money,
17 May 2025
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Work history, balances and identity stay with you, not employers or third-party custodians.—
Miguel Kudry,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Don and his mother were fixtures in the Post’s headquarters on Fifteenth Street; Don seemed to know everyone’s name—reporters, receptionists, custodians.—
Clare Malone,
New Yorker,
12 May 2025
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According to a site plan, the other three towers would rise ten stories each, with a total of 565 affordable units for families and 160 affordable units for seniors.—
Tyler Williams,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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The tower would be the first in the region and marks the fifth time Dar Global and The Trump Organization are partnering.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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Most rides have a family waiting area for parents or guardians to switch off with kids who either can’t or don’t want to ride.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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As the guardians are overrun, June is lowered to safety and the other prisoners are freed.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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“Lookout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lookout. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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