keek

verb

Definition of keeknext
chiefly Scottish
as in to peep

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for keek
  1. peep
  2. glimpse
  3. peek
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  • Among the highlights are Pisgah National Forest for traditional leaf-peeping activities, and artistic craft centers such as the Folk Art Center for shopping.
    — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Read our short list of favorites here or peep some highlights below.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of peep
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  • Other soldiers, friendlies and enemies alike, are glimpsed through trees or plumes of smoke.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Here are the peak dates to glimpse these dazzling celestial events, according to the American Meteor Society.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of glimpse
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  • The shoes feature a wide toe strap that creates a flattering round, peep-toe design that peeks through under the hemline of the long gown.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Madore is standing on her hind legs, her beady black eyes peeking out from underneath her woolly fur, looking at the viewer expectantly.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of peek
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“Keek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keek. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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