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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cotton (to or on to)
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Here's what to know about Trump's approval rating, including how they are decided and how Trump's ratings compare with his first term and past presidents.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
9 Aug. 2025 -
The Charger, previously known for housing V8 engines and pushing some serious power, became an EV in 2024.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Trained to understand player context and urgency, these systems ensure that the support is fast, relevant and empathetic.—
Anees Ali Khan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Zukor understood that selling the stars their names and making them what the audience wanted would be a secret of success.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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The article includes a fancy-looking formula central to the algorithm, but the formula is nearly impossible to decipher since the authors didn’t bother to explain half the symbols in it.—
Noah Giansiracusa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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We’re left to decipher the difference between fact and fiction.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Watching screenings and talking with filmmakers over the first few days felt like sifting through an intriguing array of ambitious projects centered on Black life that few other festivals might recognize or encourage.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
7 Aug. 2025
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The class — recognized for their distinguished careers in entertainment, music and talent management — will be honored at a red-carpet reception and gala induction ceremony on Oct. 22 at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Enquirer reached out to Kings Island following the announcement of the ride's closure to see what would replace Boo Blasters and if the building would be torn down.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who’s hoping to see Byrne reunite with Talking Heads is out of luck.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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But overall, people seem to finally comprehend that the protests aren’t just to annoy people.—
Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
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The fall of the industry has been so vertiginous that it’s been hard to fully comprehend its decline.—
Eric Benson,
Rolling Stone,
18 Aug. 2025
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Every panel and every page are so luxuriously rendered that Skybound is offering a deluxe oversized edition for fans who want to appreciate every detail.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The sweet yellow box bedroom is a hit with kids, and grown-ups will appreciate the calm, thoughtful set up.—
Katharine Sohn,
Architectural Digest,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Challenge Of Scaling Manufacturing The massive scale of the energy industry can be challenging to grasp.—
Matthew Dawson,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Nina, 85, was exhausted in the 35 degree Celsius (95 degree Fahrenheit) heat, grasping her crutch, already separated from her bags by rescuers.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 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 22 Aug. 2025.
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