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

The mother tells the police that she saw the boy through the peephole and knew he was holding a real gun, because she sells firearms.

From New York Times • Jan. 17, 2023

Matt wished he could see what was happening, but he had no chance of prying Maria away from the peephole now.

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer