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Conoscenza e Comprensione - Realizzazione

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English idioms related to Knowledge & Understanding
to [bring] {sth} to light

to clarify or supply additional information on something

Ex: The leaked documents brought the truth about the government's surveillance program to light, sparking a public outcry for privacy rights.
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to [come] home to {sb}

to become completely clear and easily understood

Ex: When I witnessed the poverty firsthand during my volunteer work, the harsh reality of inequality came home to me.
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to [come] to light

to finally become known or revealed after a period of secrecy

Ex: Through diligent research, the historian uncovered documents that shed light on an obscure event from the past, bringing new knowledge to light.
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to [get|catch] wind of {sth}

to become aware of a piece of information that has been long kept a secret

Ex: She caught wind of the surprise party before anyone could officially invite her.
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to [open] {one's} eyes to {sth}

to realize something important, particularly something that one was neglecting

Ex: Hellen has been supportive of you there is no denying that, but I believe it is high time that you open your eyes and see the real reason behind her support.
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to [throw|shed|cast] light on {sth}

to provide someone with information about something ambiguous to make it easier to understand

Ex: The professor's lecture threw light on the complex theories and principles of quantum mechanics.
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to [put] a bug in {one's} ear

to provide someone with a hint or suggestion

Ex: My parents put a bug in my ear about the benefits of pursuing higher education, encouraging me to consider attending college.
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to [hit|strike|drive] home {sth}

to make others understand or accept something, particularly by keep repeating it

Ex: After witnessing the accident, the reality of the dangers of distracted driving really hit home.
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to [bring] {sth} home to {sb}

to make something deeply understood or realized by presenting it in a relatable and impactful way

Ex: The charity organization's photographs of impoverished communities brought the need for humanitarian aid and support home to potential donors.
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to [fall] into place

to start to have a clear meaning

Ex: As I reflected on my life experiences, I started to see how the choices I made led me to where I am now; it all began to fall into place.
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to [put] two and two together

to evaluate the situation and all its possible outcomes in order to draw a conclusion

legare le estremità

legare le estremità

Ex: When I saw him constantly checking his watch and looking anxious, I put two and two together and realized he was running late for an important meeting.
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to [see] the light

to begin to understand or realize something after a long period of ignorance or doubt

Ex: Once she saw the light and recognized her own worth, she made positive changes in her relationships and started prioritizing her own happiness.
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to [take] a look in the mirror

to reflect on one's actions so as to accept one's flaws and shortcomings

Ex: As a leader, it's important to take a hard look in the mirror and evaluate the impact of your decisions on the team.
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to [see] {sb/sth} in a new light

to see people or things through a different perspective

Ex: Once I learned about her struggles and perseverance, I saw her in a new light and admired her strength and resilience.
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to [talk] (some|) sense into {sb}

to convince someone to think or behave in a more rational, reasonable, or sensible manner, often through logical arguments

Ex: When my sibling was making impulsive decisions, I had to step in and talk some sense into them, reminding them of the long-term implications and encouraging thoughtful decision-making.
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to [knock] (some|) sense into {sb}

to attempt to make someone understand something, often forcefully or through persuasion

Ex: His parents decided it was time to knock some sense into him after his reckless behavior put his life at risk.
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to [get] the picture

to fully comprehend a situation

Ex: After breaking down the steps one by one, he finally got the picture and realized how to solve the complex math problem.
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the penny [drop]

used to say that a person has finally understood or realized something

Ex: The team had been struggling to come up with a solution, but during the brainstorming session, a brilliant idea struck one of them, and the penny dropped.
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to [take]  {sth} the wrong way

to fail to understand something incorrectly, often leading to offense

Ex: I didn't mean to sound dismissive during the meeting; I hope you didn't take my tone the wrong way.
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