peek

Definition

  • verb: to look at someone or something secretly especially from a hidden place
  • verb: to look furtively
  • usually + 'out'
  • synonyms: peep, look, squint

Examples

  • Her slip 'peeked out' from beneath her skirt. [=a small part of her slip could be seen beneath her skirt]

  • We saw a 'sneak peek' [=a brief showing] of the movie that will be released next month.

  • They tried to 'sneak a peek' at the actors getting ready behind the curtain.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, Veronique. Nos no! no, no, "C. What, you don't like her new look? What about my new look, baby? Want a peek? I've always wanted her eyes. And now I have them. - Give him the money shot, sis. - But of course. Watch this. (..)
    2009 The Black Waters of Echo's Pond
  • (..) Oh, my God, what happened here? Where is everybody? You know what? Let's get the boys. Let's go find out. - Come on, give us a peek. - No. - Come on. - No. - Show us what we've been missing. - No. (..)
    2009 The Black Waters of Echo's Pond