Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

overlook

[oh-ver-look, oh-ver-look] / ˌoʊ vərˈlʊk, ˈoʊ vərˌlʊk /






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

For over three years, Jared Kushner has strived to build a set of luxury hotels and resorts in a corner of Eastern Europe that U.S. investors typically overlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Just 22 miles away from the head office, the Swiss Alps overlook the Romont coffee plant.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The main floor comes complete with several seating areas, one of which is outfitted in impressive glass walls that overlook the backyard.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

"But SpaceX is being valued on future earnings and revenue rather than the here and now, so some investors might be willing to overlook that," Kerr added.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

On Dedication Day even the press was polite enough to overlook the stark appearance of the grounds and the unfinished feel of the Manufactures and Liberal Arts Building.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




Vocabulary lists containing overlook


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "overlook" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com