look to

1. Anticipate or expect, as in We look to hear from her soon . [c. 1600]

2. look to be . Seem to be, promise to be, as in This looks to be a very difficult assignment . [Mid-1700s]

3. Pay attention to, take care of, as in You'd best look to your own affairs . [c. 1300]

Example Sentences

Managing director Rawdon Glover said taking new cars off sale was "intentional" as it looked to create a barrier between the old models and the new Jaguar vehicles.

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Scotland, meanwhile, have the play-offs to look forward to next year as they look to retain their place in League A.

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Nelson said: "I'm looking to have lots of fun and will be bringing a bit of soul to the new show."

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On Tuesday, Britain face Slovakia as they look to reach the final of the women's team event for the first time since 1981.

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Denver look to have found their franchise quarterback if rookie Bo Nix continues his recent form.

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