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noun

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

ˈpēp How to pronounce peep (audio)
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
Wonders continued the black color motif with her footwear, wearing Valentino peep-toe pumps. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 The peep-toe heels also featured gold hardware emblazoned with the designer’s logo along the forefoot, which coordinated perfectly with the clasps on her $3,100 denim shoulder bag. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Verb
Some rooms have glass cutouts in the floor to peep down onto the horses. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026 Yeoh sported a shaggy platinum crop with dark roots peeping through, pairing her transformation with one of the brand’s signature skirt suits. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for peep
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peep
  1. peek
  2. chirp
  3. glimpse
  4. glance
  5. look
Noun
  • Though House of Stassi begins as a peek into its namesake’s new life as a #girlboss podcaster and working mom, her fissured home life quickly takes center stage.
    — Caroline Framke, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Considering the cross-generational appeal of Orzabal’s songs, being allowed a peek into the experiences that informed his lyrics and the creation of the music is a rare treat.
    — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of peek
Verb
  • Field recordings—from the preparation of street food to birds chirping, taken mostly in public spaces around Doha—are a kind of sonic memory of a place that is rapidly changing.
    — Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • As totality nears, the light around you changes timbre, shadows sharpen, birds stop chirping and crickets start singing as if night is falling.
    — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 17 July 2026
Definition of chirp
Noun
  • Others gave fans a glimpse at the beloved Victorian-style Massachusetts house that the characters called home in the original film.
    — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026
  • For those lucky enough to be in the path of totality on Wednesday and wanting to catch a glimpse of shadow bands, Turnshek’s advice is to be south of mountains and coast, where cloud cover is more likely to gather.
    — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of glimpse
Noun
  • Using Straight Paths A bold, linear path across a small garden quickly reveals the entire space in one glance.
    — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Embraced by a number of celebrities since its debut, the silhouette might present a bit of an optical illusion upon first glance, appearing as if two sides of the pump are disconnected in the front.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of glance
Noun
  • Meanwhile, the breathable linen pants keep the look comfortable in warmer destinations.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
  • We’re drawn to the eclectic look of these outdoor chairs, which layer aluminum, wood, and a touch of weather-resistant textile into the design.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of look

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