To look for



Beispiel: They look for solutions

Definition


"To look for" means to actively search or seek something with the intention of finding it. For example, when they look for solutions, they are trying to discover answers or ways to resolve a problem by examining options or possibilities.

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Etymologie


The phrase "to look for" combines the verb "look," originating from Old English "lōcian," meaning to gaze or glance, with the preposition "for." This pairing evolved to express the idea of seeking or searching for something. Did you know? The word "look" initially referred simply to directing one's eyes, and only later took on the broader meaning of searching.