know where (one) is coming from
know where (one) is coming from
To understand or relate to one's motivation or reason for doing something or having a particular position or opinion. Look, I know where you're coming from—and I kind of agree with you—but rules are rules, and we can't just ignore them whenever we want. Make sure you explain your situation clearly so that everyone knows where you are coming from.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. © 2015 Farlex, Inc, all rights reserved.
know where one is coming from
to understand someone's motivation; to understand and relate to someone's position. I know where you're coming from. I've been there. We all know where he's coming from. That's why we are so worried.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
know where someone is coming from
tv. to understand someone’s motivation; to understand and relate to someone’s position. I know where you’re coming from. I’ve been there.
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions Copyright © 2006 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.