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become able

VERB

learn

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine enroll gain get grasp master pick up read receive review study

STRONG

apprentice attain con cram grind imbibe lucubrate matriculate memorize peruse prepare

WEAK

be taught be trained become versed brush up on burn midnight oil commit to memory crack the books drink in get down pat get the hang of get the knack of improve mind major in minor in pore over soak up specialize in take course take in train in wade through

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore lose miss misunderstand neglect pass release spend

WEAK

overlook teach

Example Sentences

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Local councils then become able to provide housing assistance.

From BBC • May 29, 2024

After three years of thoughtful interventions, the woman, since married and raising two children, had become able to participate fully in her life.

From New York Times • Jul. 23, 2021

“With all this experience I’ve accumulated over time, you become able to read the ice just looking at it,” he said, laughing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2020

Short contracts mean the team will not be handcuffed financially when key players such as quarterback Russell Wilson and cornerback Richard Sherman become able to renegotiate their rookie deals over the next couple of years.

From The Guardian • Mar. 19, 2013

Of course the study to become able to sing in a church choir is altogether delightful.

From Seed Thoughts for Singers by Tubbs, Frank Herbert

become able

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