as in to peek
to take a quick or hasty look
just glimpsed at the photo then turned his attention elsewhere
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Recent Examples of glimpse
Jeremy Ebobisse,
Time,
26 June 2026
Indeed, undeterred by the danger of military patrols and unforgiving conditions, the football obsessives resort to everything from stealing government electricity to peering through enemies’ windows to catch a glimpse of the game single-handedly won by the less problematic Ronaldo.
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Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
Scary Movie released in theaters on Friday, treating fans after a long hiatus to classically raunchy, Wayans-style send-ups of films like Get Out, Sinners, and M3GAN, all of which were glimpsed in teasers and trailers leading up to the premiere.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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Noun
Excellence in sport is merely a glimpse into the resolve, grit, and talent pervading communities across the continent.
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Jeremy Ebobisse,
Time,
26 June 2026
Indeed, undeterred by the danger of military patrols and unforgiving conditions, the football obsessives resort to everything from stealing government electricity to peering through enemies’ windows to catch a glimpse of the game single-handedly won by the less problematic Ronaldo.
—
Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Verb
Saturday, June 6 began early for onlookers, fans, and reporters, all of whom assembled at the crack of dawn in hopes of glimpsing the couple and their wedding party.
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Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
Scary Movie released in theaters on Friday, treating fans after a long hiatus to classically raunchy, Wayans-style send-ups of films like Get Out, Sinners, and M3GAN, all of which were glimpsed in teasers and trailers leading up to the premiere.
—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glimpse
Noun
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At first glance, these camps feel like remnants of an earlier generation.
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The dashboard also breaks down all your connected accounts, giving you a clear snapshot of where your finances stand at a glance.
Verb
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As the episode ends, the gray skies are burning off and the sun is peeking out on a world that Rhaenyra will struggle to bear.
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The show pays tribute to all the eras the pond jumpers have visited by showing fan-favorite characters peeking out from the woods to watch the nuptials as well.
Noun
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To mimic Streep's look, pair the jeans with a striped button-up top.
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For a coordinated look, there’s also a matching short-sleeve or long-sleeve shirt—each available for under $50.
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“Glimpse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glimpse. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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