coup d'oeil

noun

Definition of coup d'oeilnext
as in glimpse

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup d'oeil
  1. glimpse
  2. glance
  3. peek
  4. view
  5. peep
  6. look
  7. sight
  8. gander
Noun
  • Albeit in an uncompetitive effort, the Falcons’ 27-7 loss to the Broncos in the preseason opener Friday night offered a glimpse at a vast majority of the team’s roster.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • On Instagram, Mark and Coigney have shared a few glimpses with their youngest.
    — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of glimpse
Noun
  • At first glance, this stacked 10-story property jutting out from a seaside cliff could be mistaken for the prow of an ocean liner.
    — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Your car is watching you, and that hard stop and brief glance to the side are data sent directly to your car insurer, churning into an algorithm that decides your future premiums.
    — Andréa Becker, STAT, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of glance
Noun
  • What was left on the cutting room floor, though, was an emotional peek at the backstory of her BFF horse Bullseye.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Semi-transparent, a screen door is an invitation, allowing a peek inside.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of peek
Noun
  • Gifting bird's-eye views of London from 138 feet above the River Thames, this permanent feature debuted in 2014 as one of the most unique vantage points in the city.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Ultimately, Ogunyemi's view of leadership depends on a willingness to tolerate uncertainty.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of view
Noun
  • Elsewhere in high fashion, McQueen has embraced corset-like footwear with a range of styles including the peep-toe Lexie Pumps worn by Sophie Thatcher and other silhouettes like the fall 2026 Koko wedge pump with brogue trim.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • All of this isn’t just Hollywood patting itself on the back, by the way, a self-congratulation that doesn’t make a peep outside the echo chamber/Peacock Theater.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of peep
Noun
  • In keeping with its museum neighbour, the hotel is filled with fascinating trinkets and artsy details that reward a closer look.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Mrtka has the look of an NHL defenseman, as there aren’t many 6-6 defenders who can skate and handle the puck well.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of look
Noun
  • Another key sight is watching the edge of Earth’s shadow gradually move across the lunar surface.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • In Ripon, residents say feral cats are a common sight, including around Mavis Stouffer Park, where people have been leaving bowls of food for them.
    — Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of sight
Noun
  • Let’s take a gander at what the oddsmakers have to say about who comes out on top.
    — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Top Gear's Jack Rix has actually had a gander at the Torcal, and described it as having a large grille with illuminating 3D diamonds for serious bling.
    — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
Definition of gander
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“Coup d'oeil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup%20d%27oeil. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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