to continue doing something until it is finished, especially something unpleasant or difficult
to make it possible for someone to continue to the end of something, especially something unpleasant or difficult
to realize what someone is really like or what they are really doing and not be tricked by them
to recognize that something is not true and not be tricked by it
A good way to see through the fog of war.
Although I’m really beginning to see through it a little, too.
And with the clarity that comes with time, they saw through it.
At an airport all of them have to put their liquids in a see-through bag and take off their shoes and their belts and their watches.
At work, you see through flattery and know who really has your interests at heart.
But you've got to see through that and know that you can turn it around.
Get your thinking cap on, as all your plans need to be seen through to the end.
Having come this far, she was determined to see things through.
He told a court he was given the notes in brown envelopes and see-through plastic bags.
It should be completely illegal to show a girl in see-through underwear when she is below the age of consent.
It was a long and tough fight, which she planned meticulously and saw through to the end.
I’m not fooled that easily. I can see right through you.
Nine tricks and perfectly done - as though he'd seen through the backs of the cards.
She was also dressed in a see-through nightie.
The best thing a government can do to help is to see through necessary improvements to the nation's infrastructure.
The sixth sense that helps you see through people's smiles to their true feelings is switched on.
They had enough food to see them through the winter.
They have previously designed a dancefloor whose lights are powered by moving feet and a dress that turns see-through when the wearer is aroused.
This helps you see through excuses and get the action you need.
Virgin Trains has delayed the introduction of new uniforms after some female staff complained that the blouses were see-through and cut too low.
We can all see through your little game, Adam.
What I liked about the first series was that it was about a time seen through advertising.
While some managers make out they give a damn, those they manage may well see through them.
You'd be surprised how forgiving a see-through dress can be.
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