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oeillade

noun

Definition of oeilladenext
as in ogle

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  1. glance
  2. blink
  3. peep
  4. peek
Noun
  • Still, a robot that can move around your home, recognize faces and build memories over time deserves more than a quick glance at the privacy settings.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • While Friday’s data looked positive at first glance, economists cautioned that due to seasonal factors, the month of August often faces revisions to its employment data later in the year.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of glance
Noun
  • In a blink, the Bears were ahead 45-31 with an explosive offense that put the rest of the league on notice.
    — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • With the blink of an eye, years go by so fast covering high school athletes.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of blink
Noun
  • Sweeney rounded out her look with low-rise khaki Bermuda shorts, peep-toe heels, a small Fendi purse, and a pair of rectangular frames.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Plus, if a situation arises that requires a peep-toe, your pedicure will be ready to be front and center.
    — Marianne Mychaskiw, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of peep
Noun
  • The space, last home to Crafty Crab Seafood, has a large viewing window, offering customers a peek into the kitchen as employees roll the dough and wrap each dumpling.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Turning to the side, Jones also shared a peek at the low-cut back, which was hidden behind her lengthy, thigh-grazing hair.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 13 Sep. 2026
Definition of peek
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