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
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 16 May 2025
In a glimpse at the not-too-distant future of video game writing, or lack thereof, Fortnite has just added an AI version of Darth Vader who will respond in real-time to player voice chat.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 1 May 2025
Only later were a few survivors glimpsed in isolated pockets of the lake.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Noun
An exclusive glimpse at the film will be unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday, May 17 at the Scottish Works-in-Progress Showcase at the Marché du Film.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 16 May 2025
In a glimpse at the not-too-distant future of video game writing, or lack thereof, Fortnite has just added an AI version of Darth Vader who will respond in real-time to player voice chat.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Verb
The dance/assassin training academy was first glimpsed in that movie when Keanu Reeves' eponymous killer visited the Director (Anjelica Huston).
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 1 May 2025
Only later were a few survivors glimpsed in isolated pockets of the lake.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glimpse
Noun
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Skip the generic logo display and create visual content that signals your expertise and offerings at first glance.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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At first glance, the Al-Khalil Quran Complex looks like any other school.—
Hasan Ali,
Christian Science Monitor,
19 May 2025
Verb
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During their night hikes, researchers spotted some orange tails peeking out from the bushes and found several unfamiliar-looking lizards.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025
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Photos show what appears to be extensive damage to the home, including the cab of the truck peeking out amid broken boards, insulation and other materials.—
Sara Schilling,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2025
Noun
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The white wash paint is distressed for an antique look, and the scalloped legs are accented with botanical ornaments.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
17 May 2025
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At the 10:19 mark of the second quarter, Brown caught the ball in the left corner, with his feet set behind the 3-point line, and had a seemingly wide-open look at the basket.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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“Glimpse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glimpse. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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