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23rd November 2024

See for yourself

We use this expression to tell someone to look at something so they will believe us.
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
Bill's got a new car. It's a Rolls Royce!
Never!
Come and see for yourself. Look in the car park.
Example 2
The police have come and arrested the boss of the shop next door.
Really? I want to see for myself. This is interesting!

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