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Definition of peepnext
as in peek
an instance of looking especially briefly stole a peep at our neighbor's new pool

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verb

as in to chirp
to make a short sharp sound like a small bird the baby peeps and burbles when her mother picks her up

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Recent Examples of peep
Noun
Part of that liability is around Grok allegedly creating its own kind of strange peep art that many see as exploitative of real people, deepfakes of women and children in bikinis, that sort of thing. John Werner, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 And the crowd, for the most part, barely made a peep while Simon played (although fans were appropriately appreciative during the song breaks). Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Verb
Before heading out, peep the vintage Pizza Hut lamp in the bathroom. Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026 This creator wears her medium-wash denim pair with a simple white tube top and ever-so-slightly freaky sandals—peep the cutout toe detail. Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peep
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Noun
  • Whether the goal is something subtly elevated or cool and colorful, these hibiscus manicure ideas bring beachside energy straight to your fingertips—take a peek at them below.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 20 June 2026
  • Further excavations are still underway, but the general public will get its first peek at the extraordinary site on Saturday when visitors will be allowed in by appointment.
    Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • As Photay, Shornstein—a master synthesist and producer—flits between atmospheric house, dubby breakbeat workouts, and chirping electro funk, building his songs’ arrangements into strange, angular shapes.
    Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026
  • The birds chirped a little bit louder.
    Tracy Smith, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • Minutes before his appearance, the jumbotron gave us a glimpse of Lionness' forward and 2025 UEFA Euro champion Chloe Kelly.
    NBC News, NBC news, 28 June 2026
  • The couple occasionally share glimpses of their children supporting Harry at matches, including moments of the kids watching from the stands or exploring the pitch after games.
    Aya Al-Hakim, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026
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  • For a military stung by a damning 2026 IG investigation into treatment of military working dogs, this sort of investment is quite welcome, but a deeper glance at the contract tells another story.
    Craig Hooper, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • At first glance, the assignment to turn Lestat into a rock star seemed straightforward.
    Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • Getting a different look versus right-hander Chad Patrick, the Cubs offense gave Peterson a boost in a four-run sixth behind a two-out rally.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
  • Made up of sharp angles and straight lines, the quilt and its matching shams have a look that strikes the right balance between classic and contemporary.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

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“Peep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peep. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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