peep 1 of 2

as in peek
an instance of looking especially briefly stole a peep at our neighbor's new pool

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peep

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verb

as in to chirp
to make a short sharp sound like a small bird the baby peeps and burbles when her mother picks her up

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Recent Examples of peep
Noun
His name is constantly in trade rumors, and not a peep or complaint out of this kid. Peter Baugh, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024 The smart device senses and captures allergens and particles while destroying formaldehyde—all without making a peep. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
Plus, clients love peeping the foliage behind her during video appointments. Angela Haupt, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024 Since the show premiered, Mekki Leeper, who plays Matt, has been peeping the show’s reception on social media. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peep 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peep
Noun
  • Meanwhile, here’s just a peek at the top spots on the list.
    Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2025
  • The frenzy around the look reached its peak when Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg was captured on camera appearing to sneak a peek at Sanchez’s bosom.
    Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 25 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Edwards recalled how a few Cavaliers players were chirping at Dillingham, which prompted the guard to go right back at them with buckets in the fourth quarter.
    Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Scientists have detected a strange space phenomenon where bursts of electromagnetic waves sound like birds chirping when converted into audio signals, according to a study.
    Shannon McDonagh, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The trailer also gives a glimpse at the emotional moment Isabella connects with a fellow cancer patient, Seana Isaac.
    Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
  • As the debate raged on, videos shared online gave a glimpse into the divide.
    Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • At first glance, this bite-sized farce is notable for introducing him to the late Harry Dean Stanton, who stars as the deaf cowboy Slim.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Jan. 2025
  • The reincarnated version differed from the original a bit, so there’s an excuse for not recognizing it at first glance — even if Reid was insistent the play-call in the huddle would be identical to one barked out by head coach Hank Stram to receiver Gloster Richardson long ago.
    Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 31 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The exterior is crafted from high-quality pebble leather that offers a sleek and sophisticated look.
    Lauren Fischer, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
  • Of course, naked looks have been all the rage lately, and Julia has never been one to play it modest—but at the same time, going fully nude is still way more shocking than just flashing your nipples or baring your butt.
    Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 29 Jan. 2025

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“Peep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peep. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.

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