1
as in nobleman
a man of high birth or social position
claims to be related to an English peer
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2
as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
a jury of one's peers
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as in to gaze
to look long and hard in wonder or surprise
visitors seem mesmerized as they peer at the variety of marine life in the aquarium's huge tank
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Recent Examples of peer
Shelbie Witte, The Conversation, 12 Aug. 2025
Marquise Lightfoot While not talked about as much as some of his peers, Marquise Lightfoot is definitely in the mix for playing time on the edge.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
David Perlmutt, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
This year, fans can peer at a wall serving as a tribute to local high school girls’ flag football teams as the team prepares to host their first Celebrating Women and Girls in Sports Day on August 13.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Students, meanwhile, often get nervous about asking for clarification or diving deeper into a topic in front of their peers.
—Shelbie Witte, The Conversation, 12 Aug. 2025
Marquise Lightfoot While not talked about as much as some of his peers, Marquise Lightfoot is definitely in the mix for playing time on the edge.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
After an hour, as Ferebee grew increasingly impatient, a door opened and out peered a familiar face.
—David Perlmutt, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
This year, fans can peer at a wall serving as a tribute to local high school girls’ flag football teams as the team prepares to host their first Celebrating Women and Girls in Sports Day on August 13.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peer
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Giselle, one of the oldest story ballets, has two parts: In the First Act, Giselle, a young peasant girl is seduced by Albrecht, a nobleman in disguise.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Pictures later published by local media showed a small tear in the painting around the area of the nobleman’s ankle.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
23 June 2025
Verb
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Alien: Earth gazes a little too far into its own navel at times, slowing down the pace for long scenes of characters debating the essence of humanity and reading Peter Pan passages aloud.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
6 Aug. 2025
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In between shots of his family time, Justin dances across the edge of the boat, sings straight at director Cole Bennett's camera and moodily croons while gazing at the floor.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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Ladies are asked to wear dresses, skirts, blouses, dress sweaters, or dress slacks, while gentlemen are required to wear a suit or sport coat, necktie, and dress pants.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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No gentleman’s agreement that Gibbs-White can move on in the future.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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This chimes with previous reports that every iPhone will see a $50 price increase compared to current counterparts.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Best Budget: Bubble Knock Out Acne Spot Treatment Pros: Affordable; reduces swelling and pimple size within hours Cons: The sponge-tip applicator isn’t the most hygienic At only $12, this is the most affordable spot treatment on this list, yet just as effective as its pricier counterparts.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
Glamour,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Read More: Ex-Rival Speaks Highly of Philadelphia Eagles Initial reports suggested the star safety was staring at a missed first season in Houston.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Everyone stared at their phones, following the live score in either acceptance or denial.—
Kylie Volavongsa,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Beki San Martin is a fellow at the Detroit Free Press who covers childcare, early childhood education and other issues that affect the lives of children ages 5 and under and their families in metro Detroit and across Michigan.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The on-screen re-teaming of Curtis and fellow Freaky Friday star Lindsay Lohan was a cast reunion 22 years in the making, but the stars aren't the only ones making a grand return.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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For one, Tyler might see his own celebrity as akin to a fish — they’re similarly gawked at by strangers.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
21 July 2025
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And Fanatics will bring back the 40/40 Club, a temporary pop-up of Jay-Z’s infamous New York City hotspot, constructed inside the Javits Center, exclusively for the biggest stars and highest rollers … though fans are free to gawk from a distance.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2025
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Advertisement Johnson anticipates more challenges from his cantankerous colleagues.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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Critical Role isn’t afraid to throw in guest stars at the table to add a little spice, with personal friends and colleagues dropping in for short or prolonged stints stretching back to Campaign 1.—
Dana Reboe,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Peer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peer. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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