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"look in the mirror" vs "look on the mirror"

The correct phrase is 'look in the mirror.' 'Look on the mirror' is not a common or correct construction in English. When referring to seeing one's reflection, we use 'look in the mirror.'

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

look in the mirror

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone is being asked to direct their gaze towards their reflection in a mirror.

Examples:

  • Before leaving the house, always remember to look in the mirror.
  • She looked in the mirror and adjusted her hair before the meeting.
  • When you look in the mirror, what do you see?
  • I need to look in the mirror to fix my tie.
  • He looked in the mirror and practiced his speech.

Alternatives:

  • check yourself in the mirror
  • see your reflection in the mirror
  • gaze at yourself in the mirror
  • examine your appearance in the mirror
  • view yourself in the mirror

look on the mirror

This phrase is not correct in English. The preposition 'in' is used to indicate looking at one's reflection in a mirror.

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