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peeking



VERB
glimpse
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I’m highlighting a collaboration that shows how in tune she was with every generation and peeking at a few of my favorite covers.

From Salon Aug. 29, 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

Like peeking at the guts of the iPhone, it was the first glimpse of something before anyone knew what it could be.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 3, 2026

A protective barrier prevented her from entering, and the deteriorating balconies made it look a bit unsafe, but peeking through the windows, she was entranced by the yellow kitchen.

From Slate Feb. 1, 2026

I drew Fred’s hand holding the specimen, his thumb curving around the side and his fingertips peeking around the other side of the shell.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen



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