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
The area of the discovery, about 6 miles from Casias’ home, can be reached by a state highway, which she was seen walking along the day she was reported missing.
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Dennis Romero, NBC news, 1 June 2026
Over the past decade, the airport has seen an 82 percent increase in passenger traffic, according to the city.
—Shannon Tyler
may 31, Idaho Statesman, 31 May 2026
The video then shows Henderson stumbling towards a wall in the area, where someone can be seen calling for help.
—Brittney Ermon, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Police say he was last seen wearing a black shirt and dark pants over a pair of blue pajama pants.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
In its 50-year history, Costco has never seen such demand for gas.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Prior to the confirmation, Bear told followers that witnesses had reportedly seen Matt near a river in Washington before authorities were alerted.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
There's also a coordinated campaign strategy — the largest effort the state has seen in a decade — that will kick off in earnest once Tuesday's primaries are over.
—Stephen Fowler, NPR, 31 May 2026
The attorney trounced his opponent, Paloma Valencia, who was seen as the right-wing establishment candidate and was backed by former President Alvaro Uribe; the senator failed to reach 7% of the vote.
—Alfie Pannell, Miami Herald, 31 May 2026
Dennis Romero, NBC news, 1 June 2026
Over the past decade, the airport has seen an 82 percent increase in passenger traffic, according to the city.
—Shannon Tyler
may 31, Idaho Statesman, 31 May 2026
The video then shows Henderson stumbling towards a wall in the area, where someone can be seen calling for help.
—Brittney Ermon, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Police say he was last seen wearing a black shirt and dark pants over a pair of blue pajama pants.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
In its 50-year history, Costco has never seen such demand for gas.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Prior to the confirmation, Bear told followers that witnesses had reportedly seen Matt near a river in Washington before authorities were alerted.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026
There's also a coordinated campaign strategy — the largest effort the state has seen in a decade — that will kick off in earnest once Tuesday's primaries are over.
—Stephen Fowler, NPR, 31 May 2026
The attorney trounced his opponent, Paloma Valencia, who was seen as the right-wing establishment candidate and was backed by former President Alvaro Uribe; the senator failed to reach 7% of the vote.
—Alfie Pannell, Miami Herald, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seen
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On April 30, fans noticed a mysterious countdown briefly appear on Swift's website.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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The animal first gained attention after a local farmer noticed the resemblance.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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All of these scenes are a reminder that the city hasn’t experienced a collective sports viewership like this in a long time, because the Knicks just haven’t been this good in … forever.—
Jeremy Rellosa,
Curbed,
4 June 2026
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Deadline reported that some AMC customers experienced wait times of up to an hour before the queues shortened later in the day.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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As Augie Lopez trotted around the bases late Monday night, the small contingent of USC fans could finally be heard at Blue Bell Park.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The jury pool was asked questions, like who had heard about the case.—
Ashley Paul,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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Witnesses to the downtown Sacramento mass shooting that left six dead and more than a dozen wounded as nightclubs closed on K Street sensed trouble in the moments before the shots were fired.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Three years ago, the Brewers sensed that the industry was shying away from Pratt over signability concerns.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Less than two weeks later, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Baku, meeting with the Azerbaijani president and other top officials.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Kate also visited an art session with patients and toured the center's wellbeing garden, which provides a space for reflection and relaxation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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And Mullin, a 48-year-old former Republican senator from Oklahoma and former mixed martial arts fighter, is also known for fiery exchanges with congressional committees, once challenging a Teamsters leader during a 2023 hearing.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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The precious, fine dining restaurant he was known for is no more but the all-day contemporary bistro Camélia remains, as does the hotel’s on-site pâtisserie aptly called Cake Shop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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This could be accompanied by explicitly garnering informed consent from the user.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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If your dog’s panting is accompanied by episodes of collapse, pale or blue-tinged gums, inability to walk, vomiting, or not eating, take it to an emergency clinic immediately.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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The spectral figures, marked by their sarong colors, imagined Zodiacs, doshas and more, operate haunto-structurally.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Other pieces, ranging from caps and T-shirts to tote bags, are adorned with both brand names as well as laurels and pomelos — a key ingredient in the sweet treats imagined for the occasion by Ladurée executive chef of pastry Julien Alvarez.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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“Seen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seen. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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