English · Common Verbs

look through

/lʊk θruː/

[/lʊk θruː/]

examine quickly

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Definition

To read or examine something quickly, often to find something or get an overview.

Example

I looked through the menu before ordering.

I looked through the menu before ordering.

Etymology

From 'look' plus 'through', scanning from start to end.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for browsing documents or items.

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