LOOK FORWARD TO Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

look forward to

phrase

as in expect

to believe in the future occurrence of (something) Thanks for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.

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look for

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Senior quarterback Jameson Purcell was looking for redemption.

— Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Check the numbers, look for flexible options, and keep the bigger vision alive.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026

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“Look forward to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20forward%20to. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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