I'm just having a look. vs I'm just looking.

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey a similar meaning of casually observing or examining something. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they are used.

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I'm just having a look.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express casually observing or examining something.

This phrase is used when someone is browsing or checking something out without any specific intention to buy or engage further.

Examples:

I'm just having a look at the new collection in the store.
She's just having a look around before making a decision.

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I'm just having a look at the wall.
There's no harm in just having a look.
- Just having a look, boss.
I'm sorry, I was just having a look around and I ended up here.
Just having a look-see in Ramon Prado's car.
Yes, just having a look at it, dear.
Don't be alarmed... we're just having a look around, Mrs Carter.
I was just having a look at the water system.
I'm just having a bad day, sir.
I'm just having a little trouble hearing myself.
I think I'm just having a massive coffee comedown.
Sorry, I'm just having a nightmare.
I'm just having a really bad day here.
I'm just having a few personal problems at the moment.
I'm just having a nice chat with the girls.
I'm just having a meltdown.
I'm just having a little trouble breathing.
I'm just having a really terrible time.
I'm sure he's just having a bad reaction.
I'm just having a quick pray.

Alternatives:

I'm just browsing.
I'm just checking things out.
I'm just taking a look.
I'm just window shopping.

I'm just looking.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express casually observing or examining something.

This phrase is used when someone is observing something without any specific purpose or intention.

Examples:

I'm just looking at the view from the balcony.
He's just looking at the menu to decide what to order.

Alternatives:

I'm just glancing.
I'm just observing.
I'm just checking things out.
I'm just taking a peek.

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I'm just having a look. vs I'm just looking.