glance
Meaning
A brief, cursory look or observation, often characterized by a fleeting or superficial engagement with the subject, which may imply a lack of depth or thorough understanding.
💡 The term "glance" can sometimes be misused to imply a more thorough examination than intended; it is important to distinguish between a mere glance and a comprehensive analysis.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
She
sat
by
the
caf
é
window
,
reviewing
her
notes
and
trying
to
focus
on
the
final
points
of
her
presentation
.
Every
few
minutes
she
took
a
deliberate
sip
of
coffee
and
cast
a
quick
glance
at
the
street
to
clear
her
mind
.
Though
the
scene
outside
was
mundane
,
the
rhythm
of
passing
pedestrians
helped
her
organize
her
thoughts
and
rehearse
key
phrases
.
When
her
colleague
arrived
,
they
exchanged
a
brief
smile
and
discussed
one
technical
detail
,
which
settled
her
nerves
more
than
she
expected
.
By
the
time
she
gathered
her
papers
and
left
,
she
felt
composed
and
ready
to
deliver
the
talk
with
measured
confidence
.
Common Phrases
at a glance
a fleeting glance
glance over
Synonyms
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