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)

: 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.

Examples of see (something) in (something or someone) in a Sentence

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However, Chandra is unique even out of that small bunch, able to see in unparalleled detail. —Briley Lewis, Popular Science, 25 Apr. 2024

Scientists see in its trunk a valuable record of how life adapts to changes on the planet. —Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2024

Proponents of the ban also say that China could pressure the company to manipulate what users see in order to further the country's foreign policy aims. —David Ingram, NBC News, 24 Apr. 2024

Celebrating the midnight movie, plus the best films to see in L.A. this week. —Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2024

But for now, there’s plenty to do and see in the existing world of Fallout. —Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2024

Also making the list is Medora, North Dakota, in sixth, followed by Lake Placid, New York; Keystone, South Dakota; Mackinac Island, Michigan; and Lake George, New York rounding out the top 10. See more about the coziest spots and what to see in each at cheapism.com. —Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024

There are three main different types of solar eclipses that Boise residents will see in the near-to-distant future. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 10 Apr. 2024

Donors can see in real-time how their contributions are adding up toward the goal, and organizers can update supporters on progress and how the funds will be used, freeing them from having to manage and organize large amounts of cash. —Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024