peer under

peer under (something)

To glance, look, or stare under something, especially in an intent, inquisitive, or searching manner. Peer under the bed and see if my keys are down there. She stood peering under the front porch looking for her cat.

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peer under something

to look underneath something. She peered under the bed, hoping to find her slippers. When she peered under the bed, she found nothing but lint.

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