[catch] a glimpse
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to get a very quick look at a thing or person
- I was able to catch a glimpse of the sunrise this morning.
- She tried to catch a glimpse of the rare bird through her binoculars.
- As the train pulled away from the platform, I caught a glimpse of my brother waving goodbye.
- She tried to catch a glimpse, but it was too quick.
- We were lucky to catch a glimpse before it flew away.
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