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Значение идиомы see fit
[see fit] or [think fit] {v. phr.} To decide that an action isnecessary, wise, or advisable; choose.
Jim asked “Dad, what timeshould I come home after the dance?” His father answered, “You way doas you see fit.”
– Often used with an infinitive.
After muchthought, we did not see fit to join the Smiths on their Caribbeancruise.
The boys were angry because Ed thought fit to report thefight to the principal.
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