catch a glimpse

Frequency: 9.020.5 per million words

To succeed in seeing something for a very brief time.

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Examples (10)

  • Thousands of people had gathered, hoping to catch a glimpse of the star.
  • From the hill, we caught a glimpse of the city at dawn.
  • I finally caught a glimpse of the rare comet last night.
  • She paused by the window to catch a glimpse of the parade.
  • If you hurry, you might catch a glimpse of the departing train.
  • Tourists lined up for hours to catch a glimpse of the painting.
  • He ran to the balcony, trying to catch a glimpse of her before she left.
  • We were thrilled to have caught a glimpse of the dolphin as it leapt.
  • Reporters crowded the gate to catch a glimpse of the president.
  • On clear nights, you can sometimes catch a glimpse of the northern lights.