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  • past tense form of pique.
  • past participle of pique.
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piqued

[peekt] / pikt /










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Years removed from the project, her curiosity is clearly piqued.

From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2026

The characters in particular are more grounded, which immediately piqued Root’s interest.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

The prospect of a slightly more vibrant alternative has piqued the interest of some Viking cruisers, leading to speculation that a broader vibe shift may be coming on the river.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026

That article, combined with anecdotes that some tech layoffs are hitting older workers, piqued my interest.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026

The troll paused, some basic curiosity piqued by the lack of fear.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer


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