sneak peek

[sneek peek]

noun

Informal.

1. a brief, exclusive, or illicit chance to see or experience something, especially something that will later be officially released to the public.

   The auto designers have released a sneak peek into their latest model, a one-of-a-kind custom build.

   Viewers were treated to some TV and movie sneak peeks during the big game's commercial breaks.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sneak peek¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Related Words

• examination 
• viewing