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At first look vs at a first look

Both "at first look" and "at a first look" aren't commonly used English phrases. The correct phrase to use in this context is "at first glance."
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This phrase is not commonly used in English. The correct phrase to use in this context is "at first glance."

"At first look"

The phrase "at first look" is not a standard English expression. It is more common to say "at first glance" when referring to a quick initial observation or impression.
  • Nov 9, 2022 ... The UI at first look it's nothing special. eoaaeo. By eoaaeo. November 9, 2022 in Feedback for the Affinity V2 ...
  • Mar 16, 2024 ... If she could see it, why did she say "as far as I know, the only one to see through it at first look is the Demon King"
  • Jul 10, 2015 ... Should we stop looking at first look intubation rates? A brief note: I get to do the editing duty this week (Dr Andrew Weatherall that is) ...
  • Dec 3, 2019 ... Argonne Laboratory Director Paul Kearns speaking at First Look@Argonne. (Image by Argonne National Laboratory.) Diversity, inclusion and ...
  • Jan 20, 2020 ... ... at First Look Buffalo Stage Productions. Photo by Drew McCabe. First Look Buffalo Stage Productions makes its debut with one of those plays ...
  • You had me at first look @ysl @Anthonyvaccarello #YSL #YvesSaintLaurent #SaintLaurent #ParisFashionWeek #PFW #opm.
  • First-Timers at First Look Fair. Over 30 New Clubs Join 600+ Others at Annual Festival. By Maggie Haslam Sep 08, 2023. students gather on McKeldin Mall for ...
  • Sep 23, 2020 ... ... at First Look at John James Audubon Center; Vows during First Look at The Booking House; Vows at First Look at Flourtown Country Club; First ...
  • Aug 26, 2022 ... At first look, wow! But then I imagined my Next.js site suddenly being 3x faster... and just frankly found that hard to fathom. But who ...
  • Feb 7, 2020 ... This year, the money raised at First Look will benefit 18 local charities. Click the link below for a list of each charity and the services ...

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  • at first glance

This phrase is not commonly used in English. The correct phrase to use in this context is "at first glance."

"at a first look"

The phrase "at a first look" is not a standard English expression. It is more common to say "at first glance" when referring to a quick initial observation or impression.
  • There are so many other things you can do at a first look to make it personal to you! Some couples will exchange gifts or even share private vows with each ...
  • Jun 27, 2016 ... ... at a first look. When it is just the two of you, generally, the groom is going to feel more comfortable showing his emotions. Talk about ...
  • Mar 5, 2024 ... We've seen guys get emotional MUCH more often at a first look when they're not around friends and family. Plus, you still get the aisle ...
  • Check out my portfolio from weddings around the world here. an intimate moment at a first look wedding. When the First Look Takes Place. A first look could ...
  • Who should be at a first look on your wedding day? Traditionally, it's just the two of you who are at the first look. If you're thinking of inviting others ...
  • Nov 10, 2020 ... bride and groom staring at eachother of the side of a river in southern Tennessee on. Groom seeing his bride for the first time at a first look ...
  • I will just leave you with a blog written by photographer Cassi Claire who has personal experience at a First Look as well as a blog written by Inspired by This ...
  • Sep 1, 2023 ... This is the second time I've witnessed personal vows at a first look this summer and I am a BIG fan. I encourage all of my couples to ...
  • Jan 11, 2022 ... The feelings are just as (if not more) intense at a first look. Nothing compares to seeing each other for the first time on your wedding day ...
  • Dec 26, 2015 ... At a first look different materials are more efficient at different periods. A PCM's efficiency at reducing cell temperature is also ...

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  • at first glance

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