I look on while the children play in the garden.
look on
idiomTo watch; to observe without participating.
The crowd gathered to look on as the street performers began their show in the square.
The villagers stood in silence to look on as the ancient monument was finally dismantled by the construction crew.
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butcher's
[Cockney slang]look
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dirty look
An unpleasant or disdainful look or expression, often directed at someone.
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look ahere
Synonym of look here.
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look as if one had lost a shilling and found sixpence
To look very disappointed.
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look as if one has lost a shilling and found sixpence
To look annoyed or displeased.
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look before one leaps
To think before taking action.
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look down on
To regard or treat as inferior.
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look down one's nose
To regard as inferior or distasteful; to hold in contempt.
Last updated April 17, 2026