as in glances
to take a quick or hasty look
peek out the window and see if it's raining
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Recent Examples of peeks
Rachael Jay, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
At least the weather should stay dry with peeks of sun for the crowds lining the parade route.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
Lots of sheer and transparency in eveningwear, to peeks of skin here and there.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
She was poised, her speech impeccable, enthralling her audience with peeks at her life and her earlier visit to the lab.
—Ron Arias, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The inky navy, black, gray and peeks of plaid from the autumn/winter 2025 collection are now available to shop.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Periodic voice-over offers peeks into Lionel’s head, but Hermanus prefers to let the character, through whose perspective the film unfolds, spend most of his time in contemplative silence, leaving blank spaces we’re invited to fill in with richer emotional grappling than we’re given onscreen.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Booths are along the windows and counter seating peeks in at the kitchen.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Greta Cross, USA Today, 18 Dec. 2025
Laura's Homemade pasta and happy hour specials stand out at Laura's, a favorite sunset spot with a waterfront dining room that peeks over the waves in Port Elizabeth.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Chin-length hair peeks out just enough to create a chic silhouette, without getting tangled up in your other layers.
—Lea Hüttinger, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2025
Her signature brunette curls cascade over a cozy gray hoodie as morning light peeks through the window.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
The peep, rounded toe is a flattering design that peeks through under the hemline of long gowns.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Jana then pans over all the decorations on display in their waterfront rental as the vibrant blue ocean peeks out in the background.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Though the city skyline peeks out above the custom privacy screens, the terrace feels like you’re enveloped among nature.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 2025
Meghan Markle is back with more recipes, peeks into her personal life and celebrity guests.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Clouds may even break for late day peeks of sunshine.
—Rachael Jay, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
At least the weather should stay dry with peeks of sun for the crowds lining the parade route.
—Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
Lots of sheer and transparency in eveningwear, to peeks of skin here and there.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
She was poised, her speech impeccable, enthralling her audience with peeks at her life and her earlier visit to the lab.
—Ron Arias, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The inky navy, black, gray and peeks of plaid from the autumn/winter 2025 collection are now available to shop.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Periodic voice-over offers peeks into Lionel’s head, but Hermanus prefers to let the character, through whose perspective the film unfolds, spend most of his time in contemplative silence, leaving blank spaces we’re invited to fill in with richer emotional grappling than we’re given onscreen.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Booths are along the windows and counter seating peeks in at the kitchen.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
In particular, viewers have commented on Father Duplenticy's neck tattoo, which ever so slightly peeks from out his clerical collar.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 18 Dec. 2025
Laura's Homemade pasta and happy hour specials stand out at Laura's, a favorite sunset spot with a waterfront dining room that peeks over the waves in Port Elizabeth.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Chin-length hair peeks out just enough to create a chic silhouette, without getting tangled up in your other layers.
—Lea Hüttinger, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2025
Her signature brunette curls cascade over a cozy gray hoodie as morning light peeks through the window.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
The peep, rounded toe is a flattering design that peeks through under the hemline of long gowns.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Jana then pans over all the decorations on display in their waterfront rental as the vibrant blue ocean peeks out in the background.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Though the city skyline peeks out above the custom privacy screens, the terrace feels like you’re enveloped among nature.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 2025
Meghan Markle is back with more recipes, peeks into her personal life and celebrity guests.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peeks
Noun
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The family frequently offers glimpses of their lives together in Texas.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Hadid posted some behind-the-scenes glimpses and stills from the upcoming show to her Instagram.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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At one point Fiennes’ Kelson, in his lonely lair, glances at a snapshot he’s pinned to his wall.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
14 Jan. 2026
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Love, Amma Helen puts the letter down and glances around her empty porch.—
Sadia Shepard,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Two matched in black and white looks as Penn sported a white button-up shirt, a structured blue blazer, black trousers and white sneakers.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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In fact, Bella Hadid has repeat-worn the style with many off-duty looks, proving that the timeless silhouette adds an outfit-elevating touch.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Peeks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peeks. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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