peephole

Example Sentences

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He then heard a second, "very aggressive knock" but did not see anyone when he looked through the peephole.

From BBC • May 9, 2024

The door was not equipped with a peephole, so Rehn couldn’t see who was demanding she open up.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2023

She remains there for an indefinite amount of time, rummaging through the preserves, catching rainwater, peering out of a peephole.

From New York Times • Dec. 1, 2022

"I was making breakfast when the doorbell rang. I looked through the peephole but didn't see anybody. I opened the door and there he was, lying on the mat," a visibly upset Lopez told reporters.

From Reuters • Oct. 20, 2022

Laney’s drawing and Oliver’s poem were shoved under the door, Hyacinth’s wreath was taped up under the peephole, and Jessie settled her tray on the floor.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser