seeing

1 of 2

conjunction

see·​ing ˈsē-iŋ How to pronounce seeing (audio)
: inasmuch as
often used with as or that

seeing

2 of 2

noun

: the quality of the images of celestial bodies observed telescopically

Examples of seeing in a Sentence

Conjunction seeing as we're already running late, there's no reason to waste any more time
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Noun
In Oliver’s poems, seeing is also feeling and both become an overwhelm for which language is a slight anodyne or ease. Natalie Diaz september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025 But, without her seeing, her 13-year-old silky terrier, Nina, snagged the bigger piece of watermelon the other dog spit out. Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025 According to an industry analysis, 24% of companies across all sectors have created measurable value from generative AI, while only 10% of medtech companies have achieved similar results, with 90% seeing limited or no measurable impact. Stéphane Donzé, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025 In between the sight seeing, Jenna shared photos of the luxury resort, which featured a pool flanked by palm trees and striking views of the ancient city. Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for seeing

Word History

First Known Use

Conjunction

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seeing was in the 15th century

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“Seeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seeing. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

seeing

conjunction
see·​ing
ˈsē-iŋ
: in consideration of the fact that

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