look for

Meaning

To try to find something or someone.

Examples

1. I’m looking for my keys. US UK
2. She is looking for a new job. US UK
3. We looked for a good restaurant near the hotel. US UK

How to use it

Look for describes the search. Find describes the result. First you look for your keys, and then you find them.

Common mistake

Not: I am looking my phone.
Say: I am looking for my phone. (Do not forget for.)