1. He was peering through the window, trying to get a better look at the strange noise outside.
2. The old man squinted, peering into the distance to see if his grandson was coming.
3. The detective was peering closely at the evidence, trying to solve the case.
4. She stood on her tiptoes, peering over the crowd to catch a glimpse of the celebrity.
5. The hiker was peering over the edge of the cliff, marveling at the breathtaking view below.
6. The child was peering into the dark closet, afraid of what might be lurking inside.
7. The scientist was peering through the microscope, examining the tiny cells.
8. The artist was peering at the canvas, trying to decide what colors to use next.
9. The bird was peering into the bushes, searching for food.
10. The teacher was peering over the students' shoulders, making sure they were working quietly.