awaken (someone or something) to (something)

idiom

somewhat formal
: to make (someone or something) aware of (something)
The book will awaken their minds to the beauty of nature.

Examples of awaken (someone or something) to (something) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As the sun gently rises over the rolling hills of Vacaville, residents of Bristowe awaken to a world where every moment is infused with tranquility. Bang Advertising Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2024 Easter morning is a delight when kids awaken to overflowing baskets with their favorite goodies. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2024 During the peak of the pandemic, Chris Stapleton would often awaken to find little unmarked bottles of whiskey on his doorstep. Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 20 Jan. 2024 Just set your alarm an hour earlier, and your guests will awaken to the sweet aromas of biscuits baking and gravy simmering. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for awaken (someone or something) to (something) 

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“Awaken (someone or something) to (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/awaken%20%28someone%20or%20something%29%20to%20%28something%29. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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