What is another word for borne in upon?

Pronunciation: [bˈɔːn ɪn əpˌɒn] (IPA)

"Borne in upon" is a phrase that refers to the sudden realization or understanding of something. Synonyms for this phrase include "dawned on," "occurred to," "entered the mind," "struck," and "came to the realization." It connotes a sense of enlightenment or realization that one may experience after a prolonged time of unawareness or ignorance. Other synonyms include "realized," "understood," "grasped," and "became aware." The phrase "borne in upon" is commonly used in writing and communication to emphasize the suddenness of realization or the awakening of insight. It is important to have a broad range of synonyms to communicate in a more precise manner and avoid repetition in writing.

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Famous quotes with Borne in upon

  • We are not masters of the truth which is borne in upon us: it overpowers us.
    John Lancaster Spalding
  • And this doth show how a man may act foolishly, even when he doth believe that he hath a great caution; and surely it is borne in upon me afresh that none should trust over freely unto unproven matters, the which shall you heartily agree with; but yet do as foolishly, according to your lights and characters. And so shall you laugh not over hardly upon me.
    William Hope Hodgson
  • It began to be borne in upon Lord Ickenham that in planning to appeal to the Duke’s better feelings he had omitted to take into his calculations the fact that he might not have any.
    P. G. Wodehouse
  • The loneliness of the man is slowly being borne in upon me. There is not a man aboard but hates or fears him, nor is there a man whom he does not despise.
    Jack London

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