look through

verb3

1. •
   To take a view of the contents of; search in, either with the eyes or by hand.

   • I looked through the magazine, but it didn't seem very interesting.
   • Airport security looked through her purse and confiscated her nail scissors.
2. •
   To appear or pretend not to see something or someone who is clearly visible.

   • I tried to get Michele's attention at the party, but she looked right through me!
3. •
   (no longer used) To penetrate with the understanding; to see through.

   • But a man should have serious consideration enough to look through this deception. — 1832