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what is the difference between seem, look and look like. thanks

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Re: Difference

seem: to appear (based on evidence of action)
Ex: She seems to enjoy her job.

look: to appear based on physical evidence
Ex: She looks happy.

look like: to resemble
Ex: She looks like her mother.

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