1
as in noticed
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
out of the corner of my eye I saw the deer run into the woods
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2
as in experienced
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
a writer who saw World War II through the eyes of a common soldier
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as in heard
to come to an awareness of
I bought the best seller just to see what all the fuss was about
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4
as in sensed
to have a vague awareness of
I see a certain sadness in his letters to his relatives back home
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as in visited
to make a social call upon
you should go and see Father at the hospital this afternoon
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as in known
to have a clear idea of
I see your point
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as in accompanied
to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship
thanks for coming, and I'll see you to the door
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as in imagined
to form a mental picture of
I can't see that spoiled brat as a soldier at all
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Recent Examples of seen
Large flames could be seen above the homes.
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Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
An operative would normally plan to walk alone to a hotel room to avoid being seen with an asset.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Smoke could be seen rising from the direction of a major UAE energy installation on March 14, in what appeared to be the latest strike targeting the Gulf’s petroleum facilities hours after the US struck Iran’s Kharg Island.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
Since then, though, no one has seen the Huskies as world shockers.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Hojgaard and defending champion Min Woo Lee (67) chose to stay back on their way to the 18th green to give Woodland the stage to himself, a gesture rarely seen outside the majors.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Three of Taxstone’s cohorts on the inside, Jonathan Guerrero, Ian Diez and Abel Mora, can be seen on the jail surveillance video rolling a food cart to the corner of the room and stacking chairs on it, then rolling it to another corner near a basketball hoop.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
That effort has seen very tepid backing, though 22 countries have signed onto a statement expressing their willingness to help reopen the key waterway.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
In a trailer for the special, Cyrus is seen walking into the Stewarts’ kitchen and sitting down for an interview in the living room.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 22 Mar. 2026
Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
An operative would normally plan to walk alone to a hotel room to avoid being seen with an asset.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Smoke could be seen rising from the direction of a major UAE energy installation on March 14, in what appeared to be the latest strike targeting the Gulf’s petroleum facilities hours after the US struck Iran’s Kharg Island.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
Since then, though, no one has seen the Huskies as world shockers.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Hojgaard and defending champion Min Woo Lee (67) chose to stay back on their way to the 18th green to give Woodland the stage to himself, a gesture rarely seen outside the majors.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Three of Taxstone’s cohorts on the inside, Jonathan Guerrero, Ian Diez and Abel Mora, can be seen on the jail surveillance video rolling a food cart to the corner of the room and stacking chairs on it, then rolling it to another corner near a basketball hoop.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2026
That effort has seen very tepid backing, though 22 countries have signed onto a statement expressing their willingness to help reopen the key waterway.
—Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
In a trailer for the special, Cyrus is seen walking into the Stewarts’ kitchen and sitting down for an interview in the living room.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seen
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That observation mirrors exactly what Miles Bridges has noticed.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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An investigation into the shooting found that a driver picked up a female passenger in Kansas City, and shortly after, the driver noticed they were being followed by the Jeep.—
Robert A. Cronkleton
March 26,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes, who was playing in his 500th NHL game on Thursday, is experienced in on-ice brother acts, having just won Olympic gold playing with younger brother Jack in Milan last month.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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Some of the country’s most populous counties experienced the greatest impacts from lower international immigration.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Guests include those already loyal to the Six Senses brand and Missoni clad fashionistas who have heard about the hideaway’s sizable wellness offerings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Alleged damages must be in excess of $5 million to be heard in Texas Business Court, but plaintiffs state the full amount they are owed will be determined at trial.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
30 Mar. 2026
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For anyone who has ever looked into their dog’s eyes and sensed a deeper understanding staring back, Chaser’s story is powerful validation.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
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Two other figures in Jordan’s life had long sensed the extent of his talent.—
Blanche Marcel,
Vanity Fair,
16 Mar. 2026
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According to a 14-page civil complaint filed this week, the woman was staying at the hotel for a work trip and had visited the on-site restaurant before the incident.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The employees of Rockin’ Grandma’s roam the grounds of the retreat site, which boasts multiple structures, and are visited by a series of guest speakers whose lectures range from the merely dull to the truly Dada.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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On April 6, 2017, then-Detroit pitcher Matthew Boyd started against the Chicago White Sox in what is now known as Rate Field.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Having a power of attorney in place, or at least a capable spouse or adult child, can make an elder’s wishes known, if not respected.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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There has been an apparent rise in reported fireball incidents accompanied by sonic booms, especially in the United States, according to statistics from the American Meteor Society and recent reports in March 2026.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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The celebratory holiday is typically observed with a ritual meal known as a seder, accompanied by traditional foods – including matzah (unleavened bread) – and kosher wine.—
Bailey Allen,
Cape Cod Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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At the time, few could have imagined the path ahead.—
Cody J Martinez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Another thing Theresa DeMaria couldn’t have imagined in her 20s?—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Seen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seen. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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