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as in to peek
to take a quick or hasty look
just glanced at the instructions before assembling the bike glanced over his shoulder to see if she was still there
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as in to gleam
to shoot forth bursts of light
diamonds glancing in the display case
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Recent Examples of glance
Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
At first glance, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ new Broadway play Purpose bears a striking resemblance to Appropriate, his subversive take on the white domestic dramas the theater world loves so much.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
When the junior point guard’s shot glanced off the front rim, there was enough time for Spartans junior power forward Jaxon Kohler to grab the rebound and pass the ball to junior shooting guard Tre Holloman for a 50-foot-heave from half-court that cemented a 58-55 victory over the Terps.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Ron Levey notes that while, at first glance, sharing meals might seem a bit niche, the report has found that people who eat frequently with each other are a lot happier.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
At first glance, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ new Broadway play Purpose bears a striking resemblance to Appropriate, his subversive take on the white domestic dramas the theater world loves so much.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
As Glenn and Zelenskyy exchanged barbs on the subject, C-SPAN's footage captured Rubio looking around sharply, before training his gaze directly ahead and glancing sideways at the presidents.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
When the junior point guard’s shot glanced off the front rim, there was enough time for Spartans junior power forward Jaxon Kohler to grab the rebound and pass the ball to junior shooting guard Tre Holloman for a 50-foot-heave from half-court that cemented a 58-55 victory over the Terps.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glance
Noun
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The awards show also gives fans a glimpse at what to expect the most popular music will be in 2025.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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What began as a straightforward concept quickly became a revealing glimpse into the future of work, talent, and innovation.—
John Winsor,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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As the ball bounces loose from Yoro’s header, Ethan Nwaneri reacts the quickest to pick up the second ball and retain possession for Arsenal.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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These teams will be sweating it out when selection Sunday rolls around because they were bounced early in their conference tournaments.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The image, posted June 17 by North Carolina’s Candid Critters, shows something in the dark with hollow black eyes appearing to peek curiously into the camera.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2025
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The mule’s pointed open toe design, too, will look supremely attractive when peeking out from your wide-leg trousers or pleated maxi skirt.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
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The grandeur of soaring, 18-foot ceilings; gleaming mahogany finishes; velvet textures; and custom blue-and-white china work create an elegant but approachable ambiance.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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But despite the gleaming images of Pyongyang’s new skyline, high-rise living in North Korea is not necessarily a symbol of luxury.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN,
19 Mar. 2025
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Available for purchase separately or in a duo with the lip liner, the new Shade Slick Sheens include four shimmery shades that work effortlessly with the liners for a juicy lip look.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
18 Mar. 2025
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To celebrate the show's 20th anniversary, here's a look at the stars all grown up and in love Comments It's been two decades since Dylan and Cole Sprouse started wreaking havoc in the halls of the Tipton Hotel on the Disney Channel's The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Which is all the more remarkable considering five years ago, the pandemic brought education in the U.S. to a grinding halt and, in many places, achievement still hasn't rebounded.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2025
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After a disappointing first-round loss in the 2024 NCAA tournament, the Tigers will use the early exit as fuel to rebound to a title.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Another shows Gordon flashing a peace sign while Swift wraps her arm around her from behind.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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Royals flash leather across the diamond The Royals couldn’t quite find their offensive footing Friday.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Lawyers are telling immigrants to prepare Lawyers cannot advise clients to simply skip the meetings, which would lead to deportation orders.—
Sophia Tareen,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Within the span of five minutes, Samantha had skipped pleasantries and knew all about my three Italian mothers (my mother and her sisters), my current complicated situationship, and my dreams of becoming a writer.—
Sara Sturek,
Vogue,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Glance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glance. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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