sneak peek

noun

1
: a secret look
She took a sneak peek at the birthday presents hidden in the closet.
2
: a brief showing
We saw a sneak peek of the movie that will be released next month.

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The supermodel, known for going above and beyond with her elaborate (and often horrifying) costume creations, has unveiled a sneak peek at this year’s outfit. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2026 The showcase is where YouTube reveals new initiatives for its creator community, giving attendees a sneak peek at what the video platform has been cooking up in its Skunk Works, like new AI video editing tools. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026 The stand also provides a sneak peek into the eighth edition of Artycapucines, which consists of 13 designs inspired by the work of Keith Haring. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026 Below is a sneak peek — interior and exterior — of this year's nine homes. — Randi Stevenson, Austin American Statesman, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sneak peek

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