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Definition of peepnext
as in peek
an instance of looking especially briefly stole a peep at our neighbor's new pool

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verb

as in to chirp
to make a short sharp sound like a small bird the baby peeps and burbles when her mother picks her up

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Recent Examples of peep
Noun
Part of that liability is around Grok allegedly creating its own kind of strange peep art that many see as exploitative of real people, deepfakes of women and children in bikinis, that sort of thing. John Werner, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 And the crowd, for the most part, barely made a peep while Simon played (although fans were appropriately appreciative during the song breaks). Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Verb
Before heading out, peep the vintage Pizza Hut lamp in the bathroom. Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026 This creator wears her medium-wash denim pair with a simple white tube top and ever-so-slightly freaky sandals—peep the cutout toe detail. Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peep
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Noun
  • Therapy at the Club promises a peek under the stall door, a glimpse into the hidden photos folder.
    Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 June 2026
  • The material allows for a sexy peek-a-boo effect, revealing the foot thanks to its sheer properties.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Sometimes crickets chirped in my head.
    Will Mackin, New Yorker, 28 June 2026
  • As Photay, Shornstein—a master synthesist and producer—flits between atmospheric house, dubby breakbeat workouts, and chirping electro funk, building his songs’ arrangements into strange, angular shapes.
    Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026
Noun
  • Minutes before his appearance, the jumbotron gave us a glimpse of Lionness' forward and 2025 UEFA Euro champion Chloe Kelly.
    NBC News, NBC news, 28 June 2026
  • The couple occasionally share glimpses of their children supporting Harry at matches, including moments of the kids watching from the stands or exploring the pitch after games.
    Aya Al-Hakim, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • At first glance, these camps feel like remnants of an earlier generation.
    Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
  • The dashboard also breaks down all your connected accounts, giving you a clear snapshot of where your finances stand at a glance.
    Amy DeYoung, USA Today, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Getting a different look versus right-hander Chad Patrick, the Cubs offense gave Peterson a boost in a four-run sixth behind a two-out rally.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
  • Made up of sharp angles and straight lines, the quilt and its matching shams have a look that strikes the right balance between classic and contemporary.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

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“Peep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peep. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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