awaken (someone or something) to (something)
1 of 2phrase (1)
somewhat formal
: to make (someone or something) aware of (something)
The book will awaken their minds to the beauty of nature.
awaken to (something)
2 of 2phrase (2)
somewhat formal
: to become aware of (something)
They finally awakened to the possibility of war.
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“Awaken (someone or something) to (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/awaken%20%28someone%20or%20something%29%20to%20%28something%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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