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
Tessa Petak, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
Our last stop before heading to our suite was outside to take a peek at the iconic infinity pool, perched on a promontory with sea-blue views for miles.
—Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Shades of baby pink, olive green, and electric blue peeking out freshen up the overall look.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Her post also featured a rare sweet peek at her son Jack.
—Verb
Blooms appear in February to March and may peek through a blanket of snow, which is where this plant's name probably comes from.
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Noun
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There’s not much Fisher Robay in this episode; outside a brief glimpse of Ron overseeing the progress on the mall development, there’s only one scene set at work.—
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This bilingual edition preserves Vilariño’s rhythmic precision and existential intensity, giving readers a rare glimpse into a body of work that continues to resonate far beyond its origins.—
Verb
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Stopped and glanced at the side garden on the way out.—
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Pam glances at her father, who will be eating turkey sandwiches and cornbread stuffing and roasted Brussels sprouts forever.—
Noun
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Lined up next to rookie left tackle Josh Simmons and veteran center Creed Humphrey, Suamataia took some lumps in the first two preseason games before settling in for a clean sheet in the third look against the Bears.—
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Casly Lamiit Matching Turtleneck and Skirt Set Go for an easy one-and-done look with this turtleneck sweater and skirt set.—
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“Peek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peek. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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