Words / B1

GLIMPS/ɡlɪmps/

A glimpse is a very brief look: catch a glimpse of; a glimpse of the data. As a verb, to glimpse something. Glance can be a deliberate quick look; glimpse often happens by chance. Do not call a full tour a glimpse. Features writers promise a glimpse behind the scenes.

Meaning

A very brief look; as a verb, to see something for a moment.

Examples

• “The leaked memo gave a glimpse of the real timetable.”
• “We glimpsed the coast through the rain, which is the verb.”

Good to know

a glimpse of; catch a glimpse. Verb: glimpse. Deliberate quick look: glance. Not a full inspection. Journalism: a glimpse behind the scenes.

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