glimpsing

VERB

look briefly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

check out peek

STRONG

descry espy eye flash sight spot spy view

WEAK

catch sight of get a load of get an eyeful take a gander take in

Antonyms

WEAK

stare

Example Sentences

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For many people, even glimpsing a hornet's stinger is enough to cause alarm.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2025

For most of the public, glimpsing this extraordinary mix -- home to the 18-hole Lodhi Course and the nine-hole Peacock Course -- is usually only possible by peering through its entrance gates.

From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025

Additional spectators watched along the sidelines in hopes of glimpsing the series’ stars.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2025

Niagara Falls State Park has various vantage points ideal for glimpsing the natural phenomenon, and there will be interpretive staff offering educational programming in conjunction with the event.

From National Geographic • Jan. 4, 2024

“Jesus, you in clover, sure ’nough,” Jack said, glimpsing the thick roll of bills.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright