(idiomatic) To appreciate the details of something, as opposed to only focusing on the big picture.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of see the trees through the forest

Alternative form of call them as one sees them

(idiomatic) To float an idea, (or otherwise do some action) to see what response or controversy (if any) it generates, usually as a preliminary step.

Used to accept (or call) a bet, and at the same time raise the stakes.

(idiomatic) Expressing confusion. / (idiomatic) Expressing understanding after an initial period of confusion.

Alternative form of call it as one sees it

Said in a restaurant, to ask for the menu.

(informal) An expression used to point out that another person's joke or cleverness has been recognised or understood, either to acknowledge its cleverness or alternatively to communicate a lack of amusement.

(idiomatic) To delay taking action based on the outcome of something else.