kurkistivat

Kurkistivat is a Finnish verb that translates to "they peeked" or "they glanced." It is the past tense plural form of the verb "kurkistaa." The verb itself implies a quick, often furtive or discreet look. It can be used in a variety of contexts, from observing something briefly to looking through a small opening.

For example, one might say "Lapset kurkistivat ikkunasta nähdäkseen, tuliko lumi" which means "The children peeked out of the window to see if it was snowing." Another instance could be "Hän kurkisti ovenraosta varmistaakseen, ettei kukaan ollut ovella," translating to "He peeked through the crack of the door to make sure no one was at the door." The nuance of "kurkistaa" suggests an action that is not prolonged or obvious.

The word "kurkistivat" carries a sense of curiosity or caution. It is a common verb in everyday Finnish conversation and literature, used to describe simple, everyday actions of observation. The plural form indicates that more than one person or entity performed the action of peeking.