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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
The style featured a sole which narrowed into a square in front aligning with the upper to create a peep toe opening. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 May 2026 Did not hear a peep from Minnesota sports fans when the Timberwolves were roughing up the Nuggets. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Verb
This is a particularly lovely area to visit in spring, when redwoods dapple the newly green hillsides, and wildflowers peep in preserves like the Edge of Appalachia. Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 6 May 2026 Now’s the time to stock up on the brand’s cult-favorite scents, get Mom a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift (peep the new Vera Bradley collaboration), and try some of Bath & Body Works’ most recent partnerships (like its 2026 Disney Princess collection). Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peep
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Noun
  • Catch the sunset on the patio, and peek around back at the massive open-flame grill where steaks are prepared.
    Dyana Lederman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
  • Take a peek inside where the revenues for these AI darlings will come from.
    Bhaskar Chakravorti, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Verb
  • The birds chirped a little bit louder.
    Tracy Smith, CBS News, 7 June 2026
  • And yet the Broncos followed an AFC Championship Game loss with an offseason of crickets chirping.
    Troy Renck, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • The nude heels created the illusion that Longoria was walking on air across the green carpet, and shared a glimpse at her white pedicure.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 13 June 2026
  • One of the crown jewels of the festival is the Wave Crest Woodies Parade which offers a nostalgic glimpse into the epic era of SoCal surfing.
    Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • At first glance, probably not much.
    Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
  • Those of us with a penchant for fashion have managed—not without effort—to put aside the knowing glances, caresses, and hugs to take in every detail of the look.
    Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • This foundation stick blends buildable coverage with hours of hydration, thanks to hyaluronic acid that plumps skin from within and visibly softens the look of fine lines both immediately and over time.
    Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
  • Meanwhile, the Silver Moss pair takes on a stormy look that’s well-suited for late summer nights, while the Quicksand variation does its best wheat work boot impression for a look that will transition seamlessly into fall.
    Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 June 2026

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“Peep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peep. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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