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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After hearing chatter on the radio about the Seattle aquarium, Ellie realizes that Nora (Tati Gabrielle) hinted that Abby was hiding out there.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
26 May 2025 -
Ellie fires and kills him, and Mel is shot in the neck in the crossfire — at which point, Ellie realizes Mel is pregnant.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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Forget iOS 19: Apple To Launch iPhone 17 With Radically Different Software, Report Says Software in the iPhone knows your location and is able to spot the satellites passing overhead to guide you where to point.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Everyone knows the dangers that’s on [the East River], that current.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
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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Egyptian archaeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 B.C.) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within, according to a statement by the tourism and antiquities ministry.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 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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Both Wong and Barratt understand the assignments here.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2025
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The seashore added that those who see wildlife in need of help can call its hotline at (252) 216-6892.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The South African government has also been a vocal defender of Palestinians in Gaza who have seen their homes destroyed and access to food cut off by the Israeli military, a position that’s frustrated Trump administration officials.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
22 May 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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Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the scene in the Naranja area of southwest Miami-Dade after shots were heard around 11:55 p.m. on Feb. 7.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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Did former students get sick? Several people — from health and school officials to parents and teachers — have heard anecdotes about former students getting cancer after leaving Warren Hills, but say there’s nothing concrete at this point.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 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 3 Jun. 2025.
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