as in to know
to have a clear idea of
failed to cotton on to the fact that her senatorial campaign was going nowhere
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The two probably are best known for their collaboration on Silver Linings Playbook.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
5 May 2025 -
The channel is known for its over-the-top stunts and contests.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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To understand what’s at stake amid the NNSA’s workforce woes, USA TODAY interviewed current and former agency officials and reviewed decades of watchdog reports, safety records and other official documents.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The realtor also pulled permits to help determine a timeline of events to understand when some of the damage occurred.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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On paper, the perfect match might not be difficult to decipher, and Lucy very much looks at the numbers.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
2 May 2025
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However, the current system is a mishmash of educational jargon that is difficult to decipher.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Jones detailed that a toe tap allows a hitter to create space and recognize a pitch better.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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The university is systematically revising curricula to embed AI across disciplines, recognizing both student demand and workforce needs.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Back to battle once again for their lives and a giant cash prize, the wordless preview sees contestants facing a series of high-stakes situations, involving guns, fists and an ominous giant gumball machine.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Southern Baptist churches lost more than a quarter-million members nationwide in 2024, the 18th straight year of decline, but saw baptism and attendance numbers rise.—
Frank E. Lockwood,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2025
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For traders focused on events, comprehending these historical trends might provide a potential advantage.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Anyone who’s attempted to read a paper map while navigating traffic understands the dangers of trying to comprehend the full picture mid-journey.—
Mike Caulfield,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
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During this time, biologists also began to appreciate bird intelligence, starting with their studies of Alex, an African gray parrot who could count and identify objects.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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Cucumbers need lots of water, but your rosemary, lavender, and thyme will not appreciate the moisture.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Visual communication Your ability to present information through charts, graphs, and other visual elements helps audiences grasp complex concepts quickly.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Likewise, most users probably won't grasp the details of the information displayed on the Device Security page.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
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“Cotton (to or on to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cotton%20%28to%20or%20on%20to%29. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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