let me see

Idioms

Also, let's see. I'm thinking about it or trying to remember, as in Let me see, I'll be in Boston tomorrow and the next day. This idiom was first recorded in 1520.

Example Sentences

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let me see

If my daughter had children and refused to let me see them, I’d handwrite a letter to each grandchild every birthday and/or holiday.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026

"I prayed a lot. I cried out to God, and I said, 'My God, why me? Why like this? Please, at least let me see my children.'"

From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026

“Just let me see your license and registration, son,” he said calmly.

From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026

Just minutes after I was diagnosed, one of my first thoughts was, “Please god, let me see my daughter graduate from high school.”

From Slate ● Mar. 29, 2026

Lord, please let me see ’em where I can love ’em in peace.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright

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