look after



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look after - look for
‘look after’
If you look after someone or something, you do what is necessary to keep them healthy, safe, or in good condition.
She will look after the children during their holidays.
You can borrow my laptop as long as you look after it.
‘look for’
If you look for someone or something, you try to find them.
Were you looking for me?
He looked for his shoes under the bed.
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