1
as in realizing
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 knowing
to have a clear idea of
he finally caught on to the concept of phototaxis
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catching on (to)
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In doing so, a national AI framework will also promote public confidence in the safe development of AI, which, at the end of the day, is the essential context for realizing the full potential of this truly historic and transformative technology.—
John R. Dearie,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026 -
Currently in the test phase, the gigantic reusable rocket is key to SpaceX realizing Musk's ambitions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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Here was a man who answered the bell for nearly six years knowing that the audience had virtually disappeared because of a dispute with Comcast.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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That real trust can be rare, from knowing other young lads (at Liverpool) and their experiences on loan.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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That lab will focus on discovering advanced materials including superconductors that can carry electricity with zero resistance.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
11 Dec. 2025
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As boomers lead the way in funding and organizing these trips, families are discovering new ways to connect, celebrate and create memories that last far beyond the vacation itself.—
Taylor Haught,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Dec. 2025
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And understanding it—alongside what actually makes Boomers different from every dominant class that preceded them—tells you more about where America is stuck than any balance sheet.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
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One useful lens for understanding this landscape divides entities into five main groups based on their primary orientation toward creating value.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Quick hits Cornerback Chau Smith-Wade, who is seeing time at safety, blitzed Pickett for a would-be sack during 11-on-11 work.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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This is inevitably a book by a human about how humans—the makers of art and its viewers—understand the dog seeing in relation to our species.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Currently, judges in California courts are responsible for deciphering the nuances of California’s Invasion of Privacy law.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2026
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The study creates new criteria for deciphering old dice and allows archaeologists to further explore how games have evolved over time, researchers say.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
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Anthony, hearing his mother’s concerns, got a ride instead.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 June 2026
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As part of a series of pre-trial motions, Pino’s attorneys asked Tinkler Mendez to stop the jury from hearing about Puig’s injuries.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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That’s very much our intent, while also recognizing that the two parts of the market currently under more focus from collectors are very important to us as well.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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Camden County presented him with a medal and issued a proclamation recognizing his contributions.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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“Catching on (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catching%20on%20%28to%29. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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