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but i could see that vs but i can see that

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'But I could see that' is used when referring to a past ability to see something, while 'But I can see that' is used when referring to a current ability to see something. The choice between 'could' and 'can' depends on the timeframe you are talking about.

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but i could see that

This phrase is correct when referring to a past ability to see something.

This phrase is used when talking about a past ability to see something. It implies that the ability to see was there in the past.
  • He didn't like to talk about it much, but I could see that the other villagers looked down on him because of it.
  • I was dazed, but I could see that there was already blood there.
  • But I could see that he was angry and lying.
  • But I could see that people would pay to see those who could do it.
  • No breakthrough has as yet been achieved, and there are as yet no definite agreements, but I could see that convergence has been achieved to an extent that would have been considered impossible even only a short time ago.

Alternatives:

  • but I was able to see that
  • but I had seen that

but i can see that

This phrase is correct when referring to a current ability to see something.

This phrase is used when talking about a current ability to see something. It implies that the ability to see is present at the moment of speaking.
  • I don't know why I'm so self-destructive, but I can see that that's my priority in getting well.
  • To conclude, I have heard many things said about the Vatican, but I can see that Jesuitical thinking, at least, has truly pervaded the European Parliament.
  • But I can see that you are a human being.
  • Mr Breyer, a rapporteur usually makes this explanation before the final vote, but I can see that we have perhaps proceeded too quickly in the vote.
  • But I can see that's not possible.
  • But I can see that the world has changed, and one must... modernize.
  • I don't understand your system, but I can see that it works.
  • I'm just a kid, but I can see that.
  • But I can see that you do.
  • So I can't get your name or biographicals, but I can see that you are in the system.
  • No, but I can see that your ex might think so.
  • But I can see that the real power behind the throne is Nanzi
  • But I can see that it will be very difficult to get the programme ready on time so that it really can enter into force by 1 January 2000.
  • Wei's internal politics are very chaotic, there are many seats of power But I can see that the real power behind the throne is Nanzi
  • Mr President, I have a few points to make, but I can see that the debate has hardly engendered rapt enthusiasm among the packed ranks of Members so I will be as brief as possible and let everybody get away for their dinner.
  • I can see what you're trying to put off, but I can see that it's just to keep people away from you.

Alternatives:

  • but I am able to see that
  • but I see that

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