keek

verb

Definition of keeknext
chiefly Scottish
as in to peep

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  1. peep
  2. glimpse
  3. peek
Verb
  • But peep how the roots are still brown for that brown balayage effect.
    — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Of course, Yamagata is a long way to go just to peep some jellyfish, so combine a visit with the misty temples of nearby Dewa Sanzan, three mountains sacred to the ascetics of the esoteric Shugendo religion.
    — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of peep
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  • Some analysts who spoke to ABC News before the earnings report predicted volatility in the share price after investors glimpsed the latest financial disclosure.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Hinata boasts over 500 acres, including several miles of hiking trails, offering abundant opportunities to glimpse wildlife.
    — Madeline Bilis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of glimpse
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  • Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker is drawn to curtains that leave a bit of light peeking through, and these European linen drapes do just the trick.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The glow of ten-watt bulbs peeked from behind the patchworks of plywood and concrete.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of peek
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“Keek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keek. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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