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catch a glimpse of

VERB

see

Synonyms

STRONGEST

detect examine identify look look at notice observe recognize regard spot view watch witness

STRONG

beam behold clock contemplate descry discern distinguish espy eye flash gape gawk gaze glare glimpse heed inspect mark mind note peek peep peer peg penetrate pierce remark scan scope scrutinize sight spy stare survey

WEAK

be apprised of catch sight of get a load of lay eyes on make out pay attention to take notice

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelieve disregard ignore miss neglect overlook pass by

STRONG

forget look away unsee

WEAK

be blind turn loose

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Unable to return to the south, some displaced families are sharing the cost of purchasing satellite images -- at $140 -- to catch a glimpse of their hometowns.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Italians who waited to see her arrival on Thursday credited her sincerity and empathy as among the reasons they had tried to catch a glimpse of her.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

When Sam looks at Hally, he hopes to catch a glimpse of the future he has tried in his loving way to shape.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

She will be seeing the band in April at the opening concert of their world tour, but she will also be at the square hoping to catch a glimpse of her favourite stars.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

He breathed out, and ever so slowly pushed the door open, trying to catch a glimpse of what lay on the other side in case someone was waiting for them.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

catch a glimpse of

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