SINCE 1828
see (something) in (something or someone)
phrasal verb
saw (something) in (something or someone);
seen (something) in (something or someone);
seeing (something) in (something or someone);
sees (something) in (something or someone)
Definition of see (something) in (something or someone)
: to notice or perceive (something good or attractive) in (someone or something)
I think their plan is crazy, but he apparently sees something in it. I can't understand what she sees in him.
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