1
as in to realize
to come to an awareness of
she caught on to the fact that they were planning a surprise party
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2
as in to know
to have a clear idea of
he finally caught on to the concept of phototaxis
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catch on (to)
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The finale ends with Georgia drinking milk from the container, prompting Ginny to realize that her mom might be pregnant.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
7 June 2025 -
After realizing that this combination was the answer to a glaring market void, the team started offering its services to fellow local businesses and friends.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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They are also known as direct-to-participant trials or virtual studies.1 DCTs may offer several benefits, including convenience for participants.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
31 May 2025
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Whether yours is filled with down, polyester, or something in between, knowing how to wash it properly can mean the difference between preserving its plush feel and ending up with a lumpy, flattened mess.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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It's been a real pleasure to discover the plethora of young talent out there.—
Mekishana Pierre Updated,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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The daughter who found discovered her mother’s body said the dogs had bitten into the corpse, though officials could not confirm this.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Cena, who once filmed Trainwreck pretending to be a closeted bodybuilder desperate for zaftig comedian Amy Schumer’s affection, understands that the joke’s on him better than anyone.—
Oliver Bateman,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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For a long time, a very evolved, smart person that makes poor choices sometimes can still understand what that means.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Todd and Julie did see a minor court victory in 2019 when the Georgia Department of Revenue cleared the couple of a $2 million state tax evasion charge stemming from a two-year investigation of nearly eight years of returns beginning in 2008.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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Patchy Mix Betting Odds and Line Movement With Mix being somewhat of an unknown to many fight fans who spend most of their time focusing on the UFC, the opening odds for this contest saw Mix and Bautista both listed at -110.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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As Guidry and Bowen try to decipher what led to Adam’s murder, viewers are taken on a ride.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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As advocates on both sides of the police accountability debate decipher what Trump's about-face means for those communities, some are now focusing on what his administration might do next as allies seek to redefine the summer of 2020.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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So that we're all being recognized is what matters most.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Longtime fans of the show will recognize this as some of June’s voiceover from the very first episode.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
27 May 2025
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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“Catch on (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catch%20on%20%28to%29. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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