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

Recent Examples on the Web

Some observers see in Google’s latest moves nothing short of an existential threat to the open web — and, by extension, to digital journalism. —Andy Meek, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025

But House Republican leader Vincent Candelora of North Branford said creating an off-budget endowment fund was a mistake that lawmakers would see in future years. —Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025

Plus, there’s so much to see in Catalonia beyond Barcelona, not least the picturesque coves and charming seaside towns of the Costa Brava. —Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 28 May 2025

Must see in a cinema and stay through the end credits! —Tommy McArdle, People.com, 19 May 2025