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VocabJLPT N2

to look around

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to look around
2. to survey

A verb meaning to look around at one's surroundings, scanning the area in multiple directions. It suggests a deliberate or searching gaze, often used when a character is checking for danger or taking in a scene.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Snapping back to reality, I looked around my desk.

Sentence 2

If visibility is poor, stop and look around you.

Sentence 3

Once my eyes adjusted, I could see all the way to the back of the dark warehouse.

Sentence 4

I looked around the room while putting my shoes on at the door.

Sentence 5

"Any seats open?" my friend said, scanning the restaurant.