Look back

phrasal verb

To think about something that has happened in the past.

Sometimes I look back at my childhood and wish I could return to those simpler times.
Visual representation of "look back" - To think about something that has happened in the past.

Often appears as...

  • look back on
  • look back at
phrasal verb

To look behind oneself to see what's there or what's coming.

Before crossing the road, make sure to look back to see if any cars are coming.
Visual representation of "look back" - To look behind oneself to see what's there or what's coming.

Often appears as...

  • look back before
  • look back to see
phrasal verb

To think about something that has happened in the past.

Sometimes I look back at my childhood and wish I could return to those simpler times.
Visual representation of "look back" - To think about something that has happened in the past.

Often appears as...

  • look back on
  • look back at
phrasal verb

To look behind oneself to see what's there or what's coming.

Before crossing the road, make sure to look back to see if any cars are coming.
Visual representation of "look back" - To look behind oneself to see what's there or what's coming.

Often appears as...

  • look back before
  • look back to see
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "look back"
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Emotional Reflection

'Look back' often implies a sense of nostalgia or longing for the past.

Illustration for Emotional Reflection
When you look back on your graduation day, you'll probably do so with a mix of joy and sadness.
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Evaluating Decisions

We use 'look back' to assess past choices and consider their outcomes.

Illustration for Evaluating Decisions
I often look back at my decision to move abroad and realize it was the best choice for me.
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Learning from History

'Look back' can refer to examining historical events to learn from them.

Illustration for Learning from History
Teachers encourage students to look back in time to understand the causes of the war.
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Emotional Reflection

'Look back' often implies a sense of nostalgia or longing for the past.

Illustration for Emotional Reflection
When you look back on your graduation day, you'll probably do so with a mix of joy and sadness.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Evaluating Decisions

We use 'look back' to assess past choices and consider their outcomes.

Illustration for Evaluating Decisions
I often look back at my decision to move abroad and realize it was the best choice for me.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Learning from History

'Look back' can refer to examining historical events to learn from them.

Illustration for Learning from History
Teachers encourage students to look back in time to understand the causes of the war.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emotional Reflection

'Look back' often implies a sense of nostalgia or longing for the past.

Illustration for Emotional Reflection
When you look back on your graduation day, you'll probably do so with a mix of joy and sadness.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Evaluating Decisions

We use 'look back' to assess past choices and consider their outcomes.

Illustration for Evaluating Decisions
I often look back at my decision to move abroad and realize it was the best choice for me.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Learning from History

'Look back' can refer to examining historical events to learn from them.

Illustration for Learning from History
Teachers encourage students to look back in time to understand the causes of the war.
Visual representation of the word "Look back"

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