see the point

The phrase "see the point" is commonly used to express understanding or lack thereof regarding the reason, purpose, or importance of something.

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Definition

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(informal)To understand the reason, purpose, or significance behind something.

Example

I see the point of saving money for the future.
She doesn't see the point of arguing over trivial matters.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "see the point":

make a point take the point see that see things see the light to the point make sense take point run point see to see in on point point out see into score points keep sight of point of view