as in because
for the reason that
seeing as we're already running late, there's no reason to waste any more time
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as in noticing
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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as in experiencing
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 realizing
to come to an awareness of
I bought the best seller just to see what all the fuss was about
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as in sensing
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 visiting
to make a social call upon
you should go and see Father at the hospital this afternoon
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as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
I see your point
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as in accompanying
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 imagining
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 seeing
Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 25 Feb. 2026
Start by seeing how low your current mortgage rate offers are here.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Either way, seeing the pair together after their stint as torchbearers for the Olympic torch relay would be a sweet treat for Heated Rivalry fans who have a bit of a wait for the second season of the provocative Canadian drama.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
If seeing someone read inspires others to pick up a book, that’s a great thing.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
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Verb
The appointment set off a series of referrals to other doctors, eventually culminating in her seeing a neurologist, who discovered something on Ritter’s tongue.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 25 Feb. 2026
Start by seeing how low your current mortgage rate offers are here.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Either way, seeing the pair together after their stint as torchbearers for the Olympic torch relay would be a sweet treat for Heated Rivalry fans who have a bit of a wait for the second season of the provocative Canadian drama.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Feb. 2026
If seeing someone read inspires others to pick up a book, that’s a great thing.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeing
Adjective
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The team focused on printing a linear motor, which produces straight-line motion and is commonly used in robotics, optical systems, and conveyor belts.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Our expert staff and knowledgeable freelance contributors test each lens based on a variety of factors, including its construction, ease of use, design and most importantly, optical performance.—
Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This could include asking questions about when patients are noticing their hives (after a hot shower or after being in the sun, for example), or asking patients to keep a symptom diary.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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But many are also noticing who’s devastated by the news these days and who isn’t.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2026
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The change of seasons brings about changes in our home, too—from experiencing less natural light to layering on extra blankets or even our towels drying slower.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
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Consumers save a lot on fuel with this model while also experiencing the best of Mercedes' wagon culture.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2026
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The disconnect became obvious – the solar industry created a materials arbitrage without realizing it.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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After realizing she was injured, Kinuwan, who needs her arms to work, decided to call police.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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This diabetic-alert dog who saved his owner's life after sensing a blood sugar drop from outside a school building.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Like Smith, Eisenberg — who is an adviser to Legacy — reports sensing curiosity among men.—
Annalisa Merelli,
STAT,
19 Feb. 2026
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Hamidreza Azizi, a visiting fellow at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs, said Shamkhani’s appointment signals that Iran is preparing for the possibility of a US decapitation strike – potentially targeting the Supreme Leader himself.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Sunderland 1-1 Fulham Everton vs Manchester United An evening kick-off at Goodison Park, under the floodlights, could be intimidating for visiting teams — and sometimes for the home team.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The challenge is knowing how to find one.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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Not knowing the location of the subject of the restraining order can delay that.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The deranged demeanor accompanying her rude responses under oath deserves an Oscar nomination in the cringe and horror categories.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
21 Feb. 2026
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The sudden flood of oxytocin accompanying the onset of the drug produces feelings of emotional communion, oneness, and openness.—
Erica Rex,
STAT,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Seeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seeing. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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