when a small amount of light finds its way somewhere

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I want to express the idea that a small amount of light finds its way somewhere. Can I use "leak"?

Haley woke up in a dark room. A dim white light leaked from the hallway outside forming a strip under the door.

What other options do I have?
 

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You can use "leak" but I'd change the order of the end of the sentence.

A sliver of white light leaked under the door from the hallway outside.
 

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You can use "leak" but I'd change the order of the end of the sentence.

A sliver of white light leaked under the door from the hallway outside.

Can I add strip?

A sliver of white light leaked under the door from the hallway outside, forming a strip.
 

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If it is dim, adding unnecessarily to it doesn't work.
 

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I want to express the idea that a small amount of light finds its way somewhere. Can I use "leak"?

Haley woke up in a dark room. A dim white light leaked from the hallway outside forming a strip under the door.

What other options do I have?
Seeped is more natural.

As Ems says, the word order is somewhat odd. Seeped under the door would be better.
 
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