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Glimpse

noun
/ɡlɪmps/

Meaning

a momentary or partial view; a brief look or sight of something
A brief or quick view of something.

Example Sentences

Through the window, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful garden behind the house.

She caught a glimpse of the actor as he left the stage.

Example Expressions

catch a glimpse

Synonyms

glance, peek, sight, view, look
Entry 1
glance, peek, sight, view
Entry 2
peek, glance, sight, look, view

Antonyms

long look, scrutiny, examination, stare, gaze
Entry 1
long look, scrutiny, examination, stare
Entry 2
stare, gaze

Collocations

catch glimpse, brief glimpse, fleeting glimpse, catch a glimpse, quick glimpse
Entry 1
catch glimpse, brief glimpse, fleeting glimpse
Entry 2
catch a glimpse, fleeting glimpse, quick glimpse

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