Ruin a holiday surprise, perhaps Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a secret look
(verb)
1. throw a glance at; take a brief look at

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

HOLIDAY (noun)
1. leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure
2. a day on which work is suspended by law or custom
HOLIDAY (verb)
1. spend or take a vacation
SURPRISE (noun)
1. the act of surprising someone
2. a sudden unexpected event
SURPRISE (verb)
1. attack by storm; attack suddenly
2. cause to be surprised

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