looks, looked, looking
to look for
phrasal verbC
To expect or hope for something
- 1He is looking for a promotion at work.
- 2We are looking for a good outcome.
When you think something good might happen or you want something to happen, you feel this way. For example, you wait for a birthday gift because you believe you will get one. You feel happy and excited, thinking about what could come in the future.
People often say they look for the weekend or holidays, showing they are excited and waiting for these special days to come.
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in a waiting room
Waiting for Good News
Sandra
I really hope the test results are positive.
Donald
Yes, I'm looking for some good news today.
Sandra
It's been a long wait, hasn't it?
Donald
Absolutely, but staying hopeful is all we can do.
at a business event
Anticipating the Announcement
Joseph
I heard the CEO is going to make a big announcement today.
John
Yes, I'm really looking for some exciting news about the new project.
Joseph
Same here, it could change a lot for our team.
John
Absolutely, let's hope it's something positive.
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Similar to "to look for":
- 1anticipate
- 2await
to look for meanings: