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Peering

Verb / ˈpi:rɪŋ / Another word for peering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Looking intently or with difficulty at someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

peer gazing staring watching surveying inspecting examing scanning searching glancing peeking glimpsing spotting noticing perceiving discerning recognizing identifying seeing viewing observing

Example sentences

  1. He was peering into the darkness, trying to make out what was there.
  2. She was peering at her math homework, trying to figure out the answer.
  3. The detective was peering at the clues, trying to solve the mystery.
  4. The astronomer was peering through the telescope, searching for new stars.
  5. The child was peering over the fence, trying to see the puppies.

Quotes

  • He was peering intently at the map, trying to find the right path. - J.K. Rowling
  • I was peering into the darkness, and my eyes got used to it. - Annie Dillard
  • I was peering into the mirror, trying to see myself as I really was. - Sylvia Plath

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