noun, verb (third person singular)pl: glimpses (noun form)
vislumbres, relances, lampejadas
1. Brief or partial views of something; fleeting looks or moments of sight
She caught glimpses of the city skyline through the trees.
Ela capturou vislumbres do horizonte da cidade através das árvores.
2. Momentary or incomplete understanding or perception of something
The documentary provides glimpses into the lives of endangered species.
O documentário oferece vislumbres da vida das espécies em extinção.
3. Third person singular present tense of the verb 'glimpse' - to see something briefly or partially
He glimpses the sunrise every morning from his window.
Ele relanceia o nascer do sol todas as manhãs pela janela.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'glimpses' is commonly used to describe both literal visual moments (like seeing something briefly) and metaphorical insights into understanding or knowledge. It's a versatile word used in literature, journalism, and casual conversation to suggest incomplete but meaningful perception.
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