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The phrase "actually looked" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to emphasize that something was perceived or examined in a particular way, often contrasting with a previous assumption or expectation.
Example: "I thought the painting would be dull, but when I actually looked at it closely, I was amazed by the details."
Alternatives: "truly examined" or "really observed".
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I actually looked pretty.
It actually looked dangerous," she said.
Has anyone actually looked at that "plan"?
Who actually looked after him?
What it actually looked like.
He actually looked alarmed at that.
They actually looked kind of scary.
They actually looked like rock stars".
"The swing," he added, "actually looked good".
Dechy actually looked skyward this time.
"It actually looked fake," Mr. Aiello said.
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