Collocation
I'm just looking.
A polite way to tell a shop assistant or salesperson that you do not need help and are only browsing items without intending to buy something immediately.
Definition
'I'm just looking.' is a common English collocation. A polite way to tell a shop assistant or salesperson that you do not need help and are only browsing items without intending to buy something immediately.
I'm just + VERB-ing
“When the salesperson approached, she smiled and said, "Thanks, I'm just looking."”
Examples
- "Is there anything I can help you with today, sir?" "No, thanks, I'm just looking."
- She wandered through the art gallery, telling the attendant, "It's fine, I'm just looking."
- He didn't need assistance with the electronics; he was just looking at the new models.
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- "Are you ready to order?" "Not yet, I'm just looking at the menu for now."
- The young woman politely declined the offer of help, explaining that she was just looking.
- "Can I help you find a specific book?" "No, thank you, I'm just looking around."
- He spent an hour in the shop, simply enjoying the atmosphere and just looking at the displays.
- Despite the sales pitch, she remained firm, stating, "Honestly, I'm just looking today."
- The tourist admired the souvenirs, and when asked, he replied, "I'm just looking, thank you."
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