as in to peek
to take a quick or hasty look
just glimpsed at the photo then turned his attention elsewhere
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Recent Examples of glimpse
Mckinley Franklin, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
The Legend of Baboo A new trailer for The Legend of Baboo shows off its cute, big dog for a second time with glimpses of the game's combat system.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Jamie Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Our smartphones are better able to see some of the faint colors that may appear with the northern lights, giving you a chance to glimpse the aurora.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The philanthropist shared a glimpse into her relationship just before Thanksgiving, posting a screenshot of her on the phone with Keith on FaceTime to her Instagram Stories.
—Mckinley Franklin, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
The Legend of Baboo A new trailer for The Legend of Baboo shows off its cute, big dog for a second time with glimpses of the game's combat system.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
Those with small telescopes will be able to glimpse its polar ice cap.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Our smartphones are better able to see some of the faint colors that may appear with the northern lights, giving you a chance to glimpse the aurora.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glimpse
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At first glance and maybe first guess, since red and green were taken, a simple step across the color wheel would lead straight to blue.Sophie Liza Cannon, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Every look is not merely a social nicety, but an exchange, a currency between two people who are communicating solely through glances no matter what their actions or words articulate.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Verb
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When constructed, the stone circle was aligned with the sun, and to this day, thousands of people gather to witness the moment the sun peeks perfectly through its pillars.Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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However, my favorite combo is baggy jeans and the pointed-toe flats peeking out from underneath.Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 19 Dec. 2024
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Here's a look at what comes next: Will Trump take office as a felon?Aysha Bagchi, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Here is a look at the post on X. Naturally, there are a few questions about the fight.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Glimpse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glimpse. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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