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This idiom indicates that the appearance of something is exactly how it is, with nothing hidden or deceptive.

• The decor of this restaurant is very simple, without excessive embellishment; what you see is what you get.

To be so focused on the details of a situation that one fails to understand the overall picture.

• He was so busy dealing with the day-to-day tasks that he couldn't see the wood for the trees and forgot the actual goal of the project.

To experience a wide range of diverse and often unexpected situations and events in life.

• During his trip around the world, he truly saw life.

To be made public or available for the first time.

• This new technological breakthrough will finally see the light of day next month.

This idiom expresses the idea that one is more likely to believe something if they have witnessed it personally, especially if it is unusual or unexpected.

• I never thought he would cook dinner himself, seeing is believing!

To comprehend the significance, importance, or rationale behind something.

• I can't see the point of having a picnic in this weather.

To stay awake past midnight on December 31st to celebrate the beginning of the new year.

• We plan to have a small party at home to see in the New Year together.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker wants to ensure the listener understands their point or question.

• You see, if you start this task earlier, you'll reduce a lot of stress.

To suddenly understand something that was previously unclear or confusing; to have a sudden realization.

• After many attempts, he finally saw the light and understood the root of the problem.

To understand something that is intended to be funny and find it amusing.

• My friend told a joke about chickens, but I didn't see the joke.

To consider something appropriate, good, or necessary to do.

• The company saw fit to provide additional training for its employees.

To experience a sudden feeling of extreme anger, often to the point of losing one's composure.

• He saw red when he discovered his car had been scratched.

To experience a temporary state of visual disturbance, typically involving the perception of bright, flashing lights, often as a result of a blow to the head.

• He saw stars for a moment after being hit in the head by the ball.

A euphemistic way of saying that one needs to leave, often to go to the restroom.

• "I've got to see a man about a dog; I'll be right back," he said as he hurried to his feet.

To be in a deteriorated condition due to age or wear, no longer in its prime.

• This old car really looks worn out; it has clearly seen better days.

Used to express that someone would never do something because they think it would be too embarrassing or shameful.

• He wouldn't be seen dead wearing such a tacky outfit.

To be so focused on one particular thing that one is unable to think about anything else.

• He couldn't see beyond the immediate profit and didn't consider the long-term effects.

To experience hallucinations or to imagine things that are not actually present.

• I didn't sleep well last night, and I started to think I saw the walls moving; I must have been seeing things.

To find it acceptable or possible to agree to or allow something.

• Could you see your way to letting us borrow the machine on Wednesday?

This phrase is used to express anger and determination to challenge or prevent something you believe is unfair.

• "They said I can't compete, we'll soon see about that!" she said angrily.

To have the same opinion or view as someone else; to be in agreement.

• They rarely see eye to eye on political issues.

To anticipate or foresee that something will occur.

• We saw the company restructuring coming, so we weren't surprised.

The Holy See refers to the jurisdiction of the Pope as the Bishop of Rome, also known as the Vatican or Papal See.

• Vatican City is the location of the Holy See.

To start behaving reasonably and showing good judgment.

• After this incident, he finally saw sense.

This idiom indicates that something is exactly as it appears, with no hidden or deceptive aspects.

• The company's policies are very transparent; they operate on a 'what you see is what you get' basis.

To not see someone at all for a period of time.

• I haven't seen hide nor hair of him since he moved away.

Indicates that a decision or judgment will be made at a later time.

• "Do you think we should book a hotel room now?" "We'll see."

Describes someone who leaves very quickly to avoid a person or situation.

• When he heard the manager was coming, you wouldn't see him for dust.

Used to indicate a need for a moment to think about something or consider a situation.

• "When should this report be finished?" "Let me see, it would be best by next Friday."

This idiom expresses the idea that one will only believe something if they have seen it themselves, especially if the thing is unusual or unexpected.

• I never believed in ghosts until I saw one myself; seeing is believing.

Indicates an extreme unwillingness to do something, expressing that one would rather see the person in hell than agree to their suggestion.

• I would see him in hell before I would help him cheat.

To be pleased when someone or something leaves or departs, indicating a relief from further involvement or contact.

• After a long and arduous project, the team members were all eager to see the back of it.

To ensure that someone receives the necessary assistance or is treated with kindness and fairness.

• I'll see you right when you check in.

To experience the last encounter with someone or something, indicating their departure or cessation, with no expectation of future meetings or occurrences.

• After I moved abroad, I saw the last of my old neighbors.

To make sure that someone is able to pay before providing a service or product.

• Before we start designing, we need to see the colour of your money.

Used to express a lack of understanding or agreement with why others find something to be good or positive.

• Everyone says this movie is great, but I can't see it myself.

Used to describe something so remarkable or extreme that it is hard to believe without seeing it.

• The chaos he described in that place has to be seen to be believed.

This idiom is used to express that all things of a particular kind are very similar and lack significant differences.

• These chain hotels are all the same; if you've stayed at one, you've stayed at them all.

To personally witness something, especially something that is difficult to believe without seeing it yourself.

• I need to see him sign the contract with my own eyes before I believe it is real.

A phrase used to say goodbye to someone, indicating a temporary parting.

• Okay, I have to go now. See you later!