Example Sentences

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Think Apple watches so you don’t get caught peeking at your phone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

I love exploring Chinatown, peeking into the windows of jewelers boasting diamonds and gold and Rolexes, and discovering secret cinemas across the street from death doulas.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 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

Although it feels unlikely given their current run of one win in six matches, a seismic victory at Celtic Park on Sunday would have the outsiders peeking back through their curtains again.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

He tips his head back, looking up at the branches above our heads and the wide blue sky peeking through between them.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison