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
AFAR Media, 3 July 2025
The story of this survivor, whom JTA is not naming at the request of her counsel, offers a peek at a troubling pattern that has persisted for decades: low-income Holocaust survivors being denied Social Security payments owing to a specific bureaucratic error that affects only them.
—Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2025
Emily Feng, NPR, 2 July 2025
Tattoos peeked out from under the cuffs and collar of his suit.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 21 June 2025
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Noun
For a peek into women’s rights history, make reservations for afternoon tea at the Chinese Tea House, on the grounds of Marble House, where mansion owner Alva Belmont hosted rallies for suffragettes beginning in 1913.
—AFAR Media, 3 July 2025
The story of this survivor, whom JTA is not naming at the request of her counsel, offers a peek at a troubling pattern that has persisted for decades: low-income Holocaust survivors being denied Social Security payments owing to a specific bureaucratic error that affects only them.
—Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2025
Verb
In this picture, the late-afternoon sun was peeking through this grove of cypresses at just the right angle.
—Emily Feng, NPR, 2 July 2025
Tattoos peeked out from under the cuffs and collar of his suit.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 21 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peek
Noun
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Unlike most astronomical events, like meteor showers and comet sightings, zero technology is required to catch a glimpse of the northern lights from Earth.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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More importantly, though, the CPI will provide a glimpse into how the Trump duties have worked their way into consumer pockets.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The luxury vehicle glanced off another car, spun around, and turned over in a ditch.—
Chris Yogerst,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2025
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The storm of 1994: Here's how the blizzard led to better snow response Confident at first, Meredith kept glancing at her watch.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Always remember that the right sofa will blend both comfort and looks.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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They’re made with a soft cotton material that’ll keep you cozy during long flights, while providing an elevated look.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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“Peek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peek. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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