I can be a secret, fleeting glance, the high-pitched chirp of a newborn chick, or a sugary marshmallow animal nestled in an Easter basket. What four-letter word am I?
Peep
This riddle relies on three distinct meanings of the word 'peep.' It denotes a quick and secretive look, the chirping cry of a baby bird, and the popular brand of chick-shaped marshmallow confections eaten around Easter.
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