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dawn on

 

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dawn on


Description:

The phrase "dawn on" means to slowly become understood or realized by someone. It implies a moment when awareness or comprehension begins to appear gradually.

Possible Senses and Usages:

1. Verb (Intransitive):

When "dawn on" is used as a verb without an object, it means for an idea or understanding to suddenly start being comprehended by someone.

Example: It finally dawned on her that she had forgotten her keys inside the house.

2. Verb (Transitive):

When "dawn on" is used as a verb with an object, it means for someone to slowly begin to understand or realize something.

Example: The magnitude of the situation eventually dawned on him, and he realized the importance of his actions.

3. Phrase:

"Dawn on" can also be used as part of a phrase or idiom.

Example: The gravity of the situation only began to dawn on him after it was too late to make amends.

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