twigged

verb

Definition of twiggednext
past tense of twig
as in understood
to have a clear idea of it took me a while to twig the true nature of the relationship between the two women

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for twigged
  1. understood
  2. saw
  3. recognized
  4. appreciated
  5. realized
Verb
  • The rush to portray events before the full scope is understood can create long-term consequences, not just for producers but for the entire ecosystem of buyers, retailers, and importers.
    Jessica Dupuy, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Ham, who coached Prince last year with the Lakers, understood how to use his shooting in a variety of situations.
    Brian Sampson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of understood
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  • But most are satisfied with the sounds of scraping, sawing, sanding, drilling and hammering.
    Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
  • As previously mentioned, there’s a scene in which a Weeknd gets sawed in half.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of saw
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  • Since then, researchers have been recognized annually for basic science investigations that have led to life-saving medicines and treatments; major social and behavioral insights; and technological advances involving national security, energy, the environment, communications, and public health.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Once again, Milwaukee has been recognized by Conde Nast Traveler magazine's annual Readers' Choice Awards as the third best big city in the United States.
    Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of recognized
Verb
  • First, commit yourself to creating a setting in which everyone feels appreciated, heard and free to take calculated risks.
    Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • If whipping something up in the kitchen is your thing, a favorite dish left at the front door is also greatly appreciated!
    Andrea Kane, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of appreciated
Verb
  • Also, while each capability adds value on its own, the biggest gains are realized from combining capabilities to improve processes continuously throughout their life cycles.
    Shoeb Javed, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Smartly scripted, amusingly acted, and believably realized, The Franchise is no failure.
    Judy Berman, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of realized
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