get a good look at

idiom

: to see (someone or something) clearly

The witness wasn't able to describe the killer because she didn't get a good look at him.

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And finally, if possible, try and get a good look at your cashmere choice in person to check for any pills, test out its touch and feel, and inspect for any loose threads in the stitching. —

Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2024 Press PLAY on the video above to get a good look at what The Dreaming holds in Season 2, then hit the comments with your thoughts! —

Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 19 Sep. 2024 Booking a dolphin cruise from one of the many tour operators in either town is the best way to get a good look at these amazing creatures. —

Outside Online, 30 Aug. 2024 When audiences finally get a good look at Cobble full on, Cage's face is barely recognizable underneath the white makeup, bloated prosthetics, and wild hair. —

EW.com, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for get a good look at

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“Get a good look at.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20a%20good%20look%20at. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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