Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A quick or brief look, often lasting only a moment or two.
Glance
/ɡlɑːns/Synonyms:
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Examples:
He gave me a quick glance.She glanced at her phone during the meeting.
Etymology:
The word "glance" originates from the Middle English word "glensen," possibly derived from Old French "glacier," meaning to slide or slip or possibly from Old Norse "glansr."
Usage Statistics:
27 mentions per 1 million words 
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