Phrasal Verbs with LOOK

Look at- gaze

The girl is looking at the cute dog.

Example - Please look at the beautiful sunset over the mountains; its vibrant colors are truly breathtaking and a sight to behold.

Look after- Take care of 

Mothers always look after their child.

Example - She had to look after her younger siblings while their parents were away, making sure they ate and finished their homework diligently.

Look down upon- hate

Example -  It's wrong to look down upon others based on their financial status or background; everyone deserves respect and dignity regardless of their circumstances.

Look for - search

He is looking for the keys.

Example -  I need to look for my car keys; I can't find them anywhere, and I'm already running late for my appointment.

Look forward- Expect eagerly

They are waiting for you since two hours. They are looking forward to your help.

EXample - We all look forward to the summer vacation, dreaming of relaxing on the beach and enjoying quality time with family.

Look into - Examine

The detectives are looking into the matter/case.

Example -  The police decided to look into the mysterious disappearance of the ancient artifact, gathering clues and interviewing witnesses.

Look upon- Consider

We look upon him as a best footballer.

Example - Many look upon the elderly with reverence, respecting their wisdom and life experiences as valuable lessons for the younger generation.

Look through- Inspect carefully

The doctor is looking through the patient.

Example - Before submitting, always look through your essay carefully for any errors, ensuring proper grammar and spelling.

Look up- Find out

Example - Look up the train schedule online to see if there are any delays before heading to the station.