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looks different. vs looks differently.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Looks different' is used to describe the appearance of something, while 'looks differently' is used to describe the way in which a look is performed.
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looks different.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to describe the appearance of something.

This phrase is used to describe how something appears visually compared to something else. It is a common way to express that something has a distinct appearance.

Examples:

  • The new design looks different from the old one.
  • She looks different with her new haircut.
  • The two paintings look different from each other.
  • The twins look different even though they are identical.
  • The updated software looks different from the previous version.
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Alternatives:

  • appears different
  • seems different
  • is different in appearance
  • has a different look
  • presents a different appearance

looks differently.

This phrase is correct but is used to describe the way in which something is observed or perceived, rather than its appearance.

This phrase is used to describe how something is observed or perceived, indicating a difference in the manner of looking at something.

Examples:

  • She looks at the situation differently than I do.
  • The artist looks at the world differently through his paintings.
  • The problem can be solved if we look at it differently.
  • The teacher encourages students to look at the topic differently.
  • The team needs to look at the project differently to find a solution.
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  • Sep 29, 2024 ... Healing looks differently for everyone. And the timeline isn't the same. But when we allow ourselves to deal we are in a way, letting ourselves heal.
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Alternatives:

  • observes differently
  • perceives differently
  • views differently
  • sees differently
  • examines differently

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