as in to glance
to take a quick or hasty look
peek out the window and see if it's raining
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Recent Examples of peek
Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
The couple, who welcomed their third child on January 12, has kept their baby's face off social media so far, but the mom of three decided to give fans a peek at the newborn earlier that day.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Mark Price, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
When another American vessel spotted a periscope peeking out of the waves nearby, the Ward and its 115 sailors — at least 85 of whom were St. Paulites — motored over to investigate.
—Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 23 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Sneaking a peek at their design choices — the harmony of patterns, the contrast of colors, the texture of materials — may lend inspiration for your own humble abode.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025
The couple, who welcomed their third child on January 12, has kept their baby's face off social media so far, but the mom of three decided to give fans a peek at the newborn earlier that day.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Verb
Read Next Florida Knife attack was in progress as deputies peeked in home, Florida cops say.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
When another American vessel spotted a periscope peeking out of the waves nearby, the Ward and its 115 sailors — at least 85 of whom were St. Paulites — motored over to investigate.
—Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peek
Noun
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What began as a straightforward concept quickly became a revealing glimpse into the future of work, talent, and innovation.—
John Winsor,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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The awards show also gives fans a glimpse at what to expect the most popular music will be in 2025.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Always-On display is bright and easy to glance at, while the double-tap gesture makes controlling it effortless, even when your hands are full.—
Juhi Wadia,
PCMAG,
7 Mar. 2025
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As Glenn and Zelenskyy exchanged barbs on the subject, C-SPAN's footage captured Rubio looking around sharply, before training his gaze directly ahead and glancing sideways at the presidents.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Here is what was being said both in favor and against the look.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2025
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To celebrate the show's 20th anniversary, here's a look at the stars all grown up and in love Comments It's been two decades since Dylan and Cole Sprouse started wreaking havoc in the halls of the Tipton Hotel on the Disney Channel's The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Peek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peek. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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