[Idiom] SEE THROUGH. - Unlock the Secrets Behind Hidden Truths
See through.
Understand true intentions.
See through" is an idiom that means to perceive the true nature of someone or something, despite any disguise or deception. It implies a level of discernment that allows one to understand the real intentions or reality behind what is presented outwardly. When you say you can "see through" someone, it suggests you are aware of their true motives or the truth of the situation, which they might be trying to hide or obscure.
Example Sentences
I can see through his charming facade; he's not as nice as he pretends to be.
I can tell that beneath his charming exterior, he isn't as nice as he pretends to be.
It didn't take long for her to see through the salesman's pitch and realize the deal wasn't as good as it sounded.
She quickly realized the sales pitch wasn't as good as it sounded.
After working in advertising for so long, he could easily see through exaggerated claims and marketing fluff.
With his advertising experience, he could quickly identify exaggerated claims and marketing tricks.