understand the essence of what someone attempts to communicate, especially if it is vague, hinting, or poorly phrased.' name='description'> catch one's drift - definition and meaning
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catch one's drift

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  • verb idiomatic To understand the essence of what someone attempts to communicate, especially if it is vague, hinting, or poorly phrased.

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