- present participle of peek.
peeking
Example Sentences
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They do not want their followers peeking behind door number three.
From Salon ● Sep. 21, 2026
Some had trees growing through fallen roofs, one had a wasp nest peeking out the window, and many had red diamonds indicating they were at risk of collapse.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
The Sun splashes on a striking image of a partial eclipse leaving a crescent sliver peeking out with the playful headline: "The Sun, the Moon."
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
“Sin never stops,” Moretta said in his distinctive gruff voice, a Roman collar peeking from his black guayabera.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
I could feel Aunt Kate peeking at me as we walked.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
