| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
look across [lʊk əˈkrɒs] | to direct your eyes from one side to the other |
Other meanings
- to look over to someone or something at a distance
- to glance across a space, area, or barrier
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "look across"
- She looked across the room and smiled.
- I looked across the street to see who was there.
- He looked across at me, confused.
- We looked across the river at the mountains.
- They looked across to the other team.
Features of Using "look across"
Often used for physical direction of gaze, but can also imply an emotional nuance (e.g., looked across at her longingly).
Other phrasal verbs with the verb look
look for
to search for something or someone
look through
to examine or read quickly