coup d'oeil

noun

Definition of coup d'oeilnext
as in glimpse

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup d'oeil
  1. glimpse
  2. glance
  3. peek
  4. view
  5. peep
  6. look
  7. sight
  8. gander
Noun
  • The disclosure offered a rare glimpse into the intelligence connections of two long-time behind-the-scenes-operators, whose relationships with figures tied to the conspiracy are emerging as a focus of Sanon’s defense.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
  • For now, PhotoTat offers a glimpse of tattoos that people might one day change simply by changing the light.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of glimpse
Noun
  • How modular workstation sinks work A workstation sink looks like a standard basin at first glance, but the walls hide the trick.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
  • At first glance, that sounds like a justification to reduce headcount, especially given the improvements in automation technology since this research was published.
    — Zohar Gilad, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of glance
Noun
  • Its sophisticated but never stuffy—for proof, take a peek at artist Becca Barnet’s playful diorama of taxidermy foxes and butterflies in the concierge’s nook.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The photos also provide a peek at John Cadbury (Pearce Quigley), Elizabeth’s mother, Dorothy (Joanna Scanlan), and fellow inventor, Joseph Rowntree (Mathew Baynton).
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of peek
Noun
  • More crucially, the anniversary brings what feels like a prophetic album back into view at a moment of unnerving relevance.
    — Shaad D’Souza, Pitchfork, 11 Oct. 2026
  • In her view, producers need to keep their IP and trade it directly.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of view
Noun
  • Each shoe also featured peep toes and wooden heels that jutted towards the soles.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026
  • The singer accessorized with a pair of mesh peep-toe Chanel shoes with a lucite heel and a Dior Diva bag from John Galliano’s tenure.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of peep
Noun
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows grace both the city and river-view rooms, all replete with white oak fixtures and a stylish mid-century modern look.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The Hotties and Megan’s friends, including WNBA star Angel Reese, loved her latest look, which even had a pink Chanel bag with a matching phone case.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of look
Noun
  • And up to 20 miles (32 km) under ideal line-of-sight conditions.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Oct. 2026
  • And in California, where Waymos are a common sight in several cities, Tesla still hasn’t obtained permits to run its vehicles on public roads without humans at the wheel.
    — Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of sight
Noun
  • Children 5 years old and under can take a gander at the stars for free.
    — Karlee Van De Venter, Idaho Statesman, 6 Oct. 2026
  • But there are plenty of other iRobots that have caught our attention, so make sure to take a gander at our other favorite Roombas for 2026.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of gander
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“Coup d'oeil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup%20d%27oeil. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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