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to look a sight
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to have a very awful and untidy appearance
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.
Example
Emily woke up late and rushed to get ready for work, resulting in mismatched clothes, messy hair, and smudged makeup.
James had spent the entire day working in the garage, covered in grease and dirt.

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