Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

catch-yourself-on

phrase
/kætʃ jʊˈsɛlf ɒn/
Definition
To become aware of or recognize a situation; to realize the truth about something.
Examples
  • After my friend explained the rules, I finally caught myself on the game’s strategy.
  • It’s time to catch yourself on and stop making the same mistake twice.
  • She needed to catch herself on before making any decisions about her future.
Meaning
To start understanding something more clearly, especially when it was previously misunderstood or overlooked.
Synonyms
  • Realize
  • Understand
  • Awaken to
  • Become aware