peephole

Example Sentences

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If you’re home alone or with family members and you hear a knock at the door, check the window, security camera or peephole so you can identify if ICE agents are outside.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2025

He then heard a second, "very aggressive knock" but did not see anyone when he looked through the peephole.

From BBC • May 9, 2024

A few minutes later, Fortson heard a louder knock but didn’t see anyone when he looked through the peephole, Crump said, citing the woman’s account.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024

A series of knocks rattled his apartment door one day last fall, and Maksim peered through the peephole to see two soldiers in uniform.

From New York Times • Jan. 29, 2023

A rectangular peephole slides open, revealing male eyes under a single bushy brow.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen