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to look a sight
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avoir une apparence très négligée
to have a very awful and untidy appearance
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What is the origin of the idiom "look a sight" and when to use it?
The idiom "look a sight" originated as a colloquial expression to describe something or someone that is visually unattractive, unusual, or comical in appearance. It emphasizes the idea of the subject being visually striking or attention-grabbing in a noticeable way. The idiom is often used to describe situations where the appearance of someone or something is notably different from what is considered typical or expected.
Exemple
She looked a sight as she hurriedly made her way to the office.
When he finally emerged, his disheveled appearance made him look a sight to behold.
