glimpse
noun
a very brief, passing look, sight, or view.
Example Sentences
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Brook had shown glimpses of his brilliance in his 31-ball knock and was keeping Sunrisers' hopes alive, but his dismissal left them needing 89 off 44 balls and the innings fell away.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Heading west from Guerneville, you roll through Monte Rio, seeing more redwoods, cabins and glimpses of river.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
He showed glimpses of his undoubted ability, but there was a feeling among some supporters that they had not yet seen enough of Alexander-Arnold to judge his impact.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
There are no interesting choices, no glimpses of an artist’s vision.
From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026
All they could see were headlights and glimpses of angry motorists.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
