to look for: to try to find, to search for Examples of LOOK FOR If you’re playing poker, you need to look for very subtle cues from the other players. My landlord told me to look for a package at the front door.

to make out: to read or see clearly; to prepare a legal document, such as a will, a check, Examples of TO MAKE OUT The letter was so poorly handwritten that I couldn’t make out many of the words. Harold, please make the check out to Acme Piano Company.

to take for: to perceive or understand as Examples of TO TAKE FOR “Do you take me for a fool?” the policeman asked the suspect, when he started contradicting his story. I miss my ex-girlfriend; I shouldn’t have taken her for granted.

to fill out: to complete a form Examples of TO FILL OUT The tax professional enjoyed the process of filling out forms for people; it was relaxing. Those who said they could serve were given forms with 125 questions to fill out.

to be used to: be accustomed to Examples of TO BE USED TO He is used to taking snaps under center and is accustomed to a pro-style offense. I am used to using one hand to punch in names and send e-mails and text messages.

by oneself: alone, without assistance Examples of BY ONESELF He drove four hours to Los Angeles, by himself, for the audition. Frustrated with her useless team, Carol finished the project by herself.