Moonlight peeked through the dusty windows.
Meaning: This sentence describes the moonlight coming through dusty windows, adding to the sense of neglect and decay in the house.
Choice of Words: Moonlight is the light from the moon. Peeked means to look quickly or furtively. Dusty means covered in dust. Windows are openings in a wall or roof that allow light and air to enter. When you put them together, "Moonlight peeked through the dusty windows" creates an image of the moon's light shining through dirty windows.
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