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VocabJLPT N1

to look at

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to look at
2. to gaze

This verb means to look toward something or gaze in a particular direction, often with a sense of turning one's eyes to look at something at a distance. It has a slightly literary or poetic feel and is often found in novels or descriptive writing.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I felt tears welling up out of nowhere, so I turned my gaze to a distant streetlight.

Sentence 2

He smirked and looked my outfit up and down.

Sentence 3

How much should I trust them? I look into their eyes.

Sentence 4

"Is that person angry?" someone asked, and I looked over at him.

Sentence 5

On a sleepless night, I found myself staring at the gap in the curtains.