Look out for
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British pronunciation/lˈʊk ˈaʊt fɔː/
American pronunciation/lˈʊk ˈaʊt fɔːɹ/

Definitie & Betekenis van "look out for"

to look out for
[phrase form: look]
01

oppassen voor, uitkijken naar

to take care and be watchful of someone or something and make sure no harm comes to them
to look out for definition and meaning
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The older siblings were instructed to look out for their younger brother during the school field trip.
The teacher looks out for her students and makes sure they're safe and well-cared for.
The animal shelter looks out for abandoned and abused animals until they find new homes.
02

uitkijken naar, opletten voor

to be watchful and cautious in order to prevent something negative from occurring
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You should always look out for pickpockets in crowded areas.
Remember to look out for potential hazards when working with machinery.
It 's important to always look out for signs of illness in your pets.
03

uitkijken naar, opletten voor

to actively search for or anticipate the arrival of someone or something
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I was looking out for my friends at the concert, but I did n't see them.
I'll be waiting for you outside the theater entrance.
I 've been looking out for a new apartment for months now.
04

zichzelf op de eerste plaats zetten, voor zichzelf zorgen

to prioritize one's own interests and well-being, often at the expense of others
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She looked out for herself during the divorce proceedings, ensuring she got a fair settlement.
Do n't let others take advantage of you; look out for yourself first.
I 'm not going to let them take advantage of me; I 'm going to look out for myself.
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