keeking

Definition of keekingnext
present participle of keek, chiefly Scottish
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for keeking
Verb
  • An extremely nosy alligator was found sitting on the porch of a coastal North Carolina home, peeping through the glass storm door, photos show.
    Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
  • During fall leaf-peeping season, traffic on the pass has to be regulated.
    Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • With the sun peeking through the clouds over the prairie, the animals leisurely roamed their enclosure, some grazing a few yards from the fence behind which curious members of the public looked on and snapped photos.
    Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
  • Just kind of peeking at the bullpen and getting warm when the starter’s pitch count goes up.
    Jaylon Thompson May 2, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Verb
  • Illustrations by Thomas Merceron Even glancing contact between a passenger car and a semi truck is often enough to send the smaller vehicle pinwheeling across the highway.
    Patrick Radden Keefe, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
  • The pup can be seen glancing around his kennel with teary eyes, appearing scared and confused.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The afternoon hours are perfect for a bit of shopping, browsing local crafts, and supporting local artisans.
    CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
  • The tools, built on data from past purchases, preferences and browsing behavior, will enable associates to provide more informed and engaging service tailored to individual customers.
    David Moin, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
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“Keeking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keeking. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

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