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as in to peek
to take a quick or hasty look
just glanced at the instructions before assembling the bike glanced over his shoulder to see if she was still there
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as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
diamonds glancing in the display case
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Recent Examples of glance
Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
At first glance, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ new Broadway play Purpose bears a striking resemblance to Appropriate, his subversive take on the white domestic dramas the theater world loves so much.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
When the junior point guard’s shot glanced off the front rim, there was enough time for Spartans junior power forward Jaxon Kohler to grab the rebound and pass the ball to junior shooting guard Tre Holloman for a 50-foot-heave from half-court that cemented a 58-55 victory over the Terps.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Ron Levey notes that while, at first glance, sharing meals might seem a bit niche, the report has found that people who eat frequently with each other are a lot happier.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
At first glance, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ new Broadway play Purpose bears a striking resemblance to Appropriate, his subversive take on the white domestic dramas the theater world loves so much.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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
When the junior point guard’s shot glanced off the front rim, there was enough time for Spartans junior power forward Jaxon Kohler to grab the rebound and pass the ball to junior shooting guard Tre Holloman for a 50-foot-heave from half-court that cemented a 58-55 victory over the Terps.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glance
Noun
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And that’s what the festival is, kind of a glimpse at what can be waiting?—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Mar. 2025
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At lower elevations, visitors can find moose, elk and a wealth of other herbivores grazing along the grasslands, while truly fortunate visitors might catch a glimpse of a cougar surveying the forest for prey.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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It’s been an amazing opportunity, working with mentors and bouncing ideas off them.—
Asif Burhan,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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And then there is Derek McDaniel, whose incorrect assembling of his nomination packet for 2023 city council race resulted in a circuit court judge bouncing him from the ballot, and whose campaign yard sign size and placement have been questioned in this race.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The only issue: Redness, discoloration, and acne scars can start to peek through by the time I’m done with my lunch break.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
28 Mar. 2025
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Her go-to milky manicure peeking out from one jacket sleeve.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
24 Mar. 2025
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The grandeur of soaring, 18-foot ceilings; gleaming mahogany finishes; velvet textures; and custom blue-and-white china work create an elegant but approachable ambiance.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Flanked by a Westworld-esque, retro-futuristic ball gown in Kummel red, the gleaming white bale feels almost humble in comparison — standing in the shadow as an artifact of quiet luxury.—
Denni Hu,
WWD,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Re-Emerging Enthusiasm for Private Markets Despite liquidity concerns, LP enthusiasm for private markets is rebounding.—
Alex Lazarow,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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That’s unacceptable for a player with his rebounding acumen and role.—
William Guillory,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Another shows Gordon flashing a peace sign while Swift wraps her arm around her from behind.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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Royals flash leather across the diamond The Royals couldn’t quite find their offensive footing Friday.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Underestimating regulatory factors and skipping essential disclosures 6.—
Alex Kreger,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Do yourself and skip buying fluffy, heavy beach towels during the Amazon Big Spring Sale event.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Glance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glance. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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